Wasps live together in a nest with an egg-laying queen and workers that do not reproduce. But did you know that they build their nets anywhere...even in a hole in the ground? I came across this wasp nest while walking my dog.
**Evidence of wasps is found in the Jurassic Period and are found now in all areas of the world except for the polar regions. They are a diverse group with over a hundred thousand species. Nearing the end of the summer months, some wasps begin to enter a period of frenzy in order to feed their queen. I have been stung a number of times, particularly during this late summer period. Contrary to some belief....wasps can sting repeatedly.
Wasp Photo Credit: Richard Bartz
**They come many different colors: yellow, white, blue, red, orange, brown. The brighter colors are generally the ones that sting.
Photo Credit Blue Wasp: David Berry
Wasps provide many services to the earth including supporting pest control for farmers such as lettuce producers and celery producers which can be often invaded by black flies.
I hope you have enjoyed this post and maybe you will even think a little differently about wasps :)