Pictured here is a red paper wasp, one of 22 species of paper wasps known to exist in North America. Paper wasps are so called because they build paper nests. I once observed one carefully cutting ...

In a series of studies over more than 20 years, evolutionary biologists have demonstrated that paper wasps, despite their tiny brains, have an impressive capacity to learn, remember and make social ...

Wasps are some of the most misunderstood creatures on the planet, but you definitely do not want to harass them. Although the ubiquitous insects are quite pretty — northern paper wasps, for example, ...

Wasps are often feared and respected for their ability to sting. Some species may become aggressive if closely approached or disturbed. Others will not sting people or animals until after direct ...

As it turns out, Australian native wasps are nothing to be afraid of. Hear from expert Clancy Lester about this unsung garden ...

Occurred on July 25, 2018 / Dohr, Germany Info from Licensor: "Watching activity at paper wasp nest. I am Lothar Lenz, a nature photographer with heart and soul, and I am lucky enough to live in a ...

If you're seeing more than a few wasps near your house, here's how to get rid of them and keep them away.