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Paper Wasps, Yellowjackets and Solitary Wasps

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
December 7, 2021
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Overview

This 6-page publication discusses the biology and characteristics of social and solitary wasps, including treatment options.

Several kinds of stinging wasps can pose health and safety threats to humans. This publication discusses the biology and characteristics of social and solitary wasps--paper wasps, yellowjackets, hornets, solitary wasps, and mud daubers--including treatment options.

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