Wasps

Wasps (Vespidae)

Wasps are stinging insects that include yellow jackets, paper wasps, and hornets — all of which defend their colonies aggressively and can sting multiple times, posing a genuine danger to individuals with allergies and a painful encounter for anyone who disturbs a nest. Paper wasps build open, umbrella-shaped nests under eaves and ledges, while yellow jackets nest in the ground or wall voids. Nest removal and area treatment should always be conducted by trained professionals, particularly when nests are in high-traffic areas or when inhabitants are allergic to stings.