How Do Wasps Know Who to Attack?

Among the many reasons that wasps are known to attack humans is that they are territorial. The wasps will defend their nests against anyone who wants to get in.

Wasps also sting if they think they are being threatened. The wasps have a very sharp stinger that pierces the skin of the target and stabs the intended prey. These wasps have the ability to sting several times in a lifetime.

The wasps release a chemical signal called pheromones when they feel threatened. These pheromones are sent to other wasps to warn them of the threat. The pheromones can also be detected by other creatures.

Wasps will not attack you if you are at rest. They will only attack you when they feel they have to. They will only sting if you are close or have disturbed the nest.

Wasps also have a fear of humans. The fear is called Spheksophobia. Wasps have no rational thought. They do not know whether you mean to hurt them or not.

If you are attacked by wasps, you should remain calm. Move slowly and cover your face. You should not swat at the wasps as this may cause you to be bitten. If you are allergic to wasp stings, you should stay very still. Do not try to move the nest.

The best thing to do is to call a professional to remove the nest. If you are not sure how to handle the wasp nest, call a pest expert.