
Wasp
Embrace the tiny heroes that keep nature buzzing happily!

The Basics
Scientific Name
Vespula vulgaris
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Location
Worldwide
Average size
15 to 20 millimeters long
diet
Nectar, fruit, insects
lifespan
12 to 22 days for workers, one year for queens
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Overview
Wasps are amazing insects that belong to the group called Hymenoptera, along with bees and ants. They usually measure between 15 to 20 millimeters long, making them easy to spot buzzing around in gardens and parks worldwide.
Wasps have a slender body and smooth, shiny wings that can make them look like tiny superheroes in the insect world. They come in various colors, often sporting bright yellow and black patterns that alert other critters to their presence.
Wasps play a vital role in our ecosystem. They help control pest populations by feeding on insects, which can be great news for farmers and gardeners trying to protect their crops.
Did you know that wasps also love nectar and fruits? They enjoy snacking on sweet treats, which makes them important pollinators, contributing to the growth of flowering plants and trees.
Worker wasps typically live for about 12 to 22 days, while queens can live for up to one year! Queens hibernate during the winter, emerging in spring to start new colonies, making them the true leaders of their hive.
So the next time you see a wasp buzzing nearby, remember that they might be more helpful than you think! These little heroes of the insect kingdom work hard to keep our environment in balance.
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