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Though it’s already September, many homeowners are still dealing with pesky wasp invasions. And while there are numerous chemical solutions to eradicate wasps, some people seek gentler and less ...

In late summer, we often see bees, hornets and wasps and their nests. Let’s look at some you’re likely to see in and around your backyard. Honeybees are about 5/8 of an inch long, orangish brown, ...

Hornets are a vital part of any garden ecosystem, but that doesn’t mean they are welcome buzzing around the patio or inside the home. Hornets are flying, stinging insects that are slightly larger than ...

If you’ve been outside recently, you likely have come across a common summer nuisance: wasps. While different kinds of wasps become active at different times of the summer, there are some varieties ...

They are both nest-building social insects, but paper wasps and honey bees organize their colonies in very different ways. In a new study, researchers report that despite their differences, these ...