wasps and stinging insects
What is a Paper Wasp?
Paper wasps get their common name from the paper-like material out of which they make their nests. Paper wasps are sometimes called umbrella wasps, after the shape of their distinctive nests. Paper wasps are a group of several species of vespid wasp. These stinging insects are semi-social creatures, as they typically live in small colonies but do not have a worker caste. There are about 22 known paper wasp species in North America, and hundreds in the world. Some additional species of this type of insect include the annularis paper wasp, apache paper wasp, dominulus paper wasp, dorsalis paper wasp and golden paper wasp. Similar groups to paper wasps include yellowjackets and hornets, potter and mason wasps, spider wasps and long waisted paper wasps. Keep reading to learn more, including information on paper wasp stings and paper wasp removal.
https://www.pestworld.org/pest-guide/stinging-insects/paper-wasps/
What is a Carpenter Bee?
Carpenter bees get their common name from their habit of boring into wood. Carpenter bees do not eat wood but cause damage to structures by drilling circular holes to create tunnels inside wood. Unlike other common bees, such as honeybees and bumble bees that live in colonies, carpenter bees are not social insects and build individual nests into trees outdoors or into the frames, eaves or sides of buildings.
https://www.pestworld.org/news-hub/pest-articles/stinging-insects-101/
What is a Mud Dauber?
Mud daubers are long and slender, usually black in color, and may have pale markings or a metallic luster. Mud daubers are solitary wasps and do not live in colonies. Females construct nests of mud. Many short mud tubes, usually about 1 inch long, are constructed side by side. They frequently build nests under eaves, porch ceilings, in garages and sheds, barns, protected building walls and attics. Mud daubers are considered beneficial insects because they control spiders. However, if their nest is located near human activity, control is warranted.
https://www.pestworld.org/news-hub/pest-articles/stinging-insects-101/
Other Stinging Insects
Yellow Jackets and hornets are common summer stingers," says Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for NPMA. "As invaders of backyard barbecues, these pests are attracted to sweets and proteins, and thus people. However, even the slightest movement - such as a swat, can provoke stinging insects. While their venom is no more dangerous than other stinging insects, both pests can become aggressive when disturbed, even accidentally, and tend to sting repeatedly, posing serious threats to adults and children alike."
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