What Wasps Are Black and Yellow?
WouterSeveral types of insects, including yellow and black bees, look like wasps, but they have different purposes. These insects are usually a source of natural pest control, but they can also become a nuisance. While most wasps don’t sting humans, some are aggressive and can sting multiple times.
There are several types of wasps, including the yellow and black mud dauber wasp, paper wasps, and cicada killer wasps. Some of these species build nests under the eaves of houses, and they can also be dangerous.
The black and yellow mud dauber wasp is common throughout North America. The wasp has a black thorax with yellow markings. The wasp’s body is approximately 0.9″ to 1.1″ long. It also has a curved, thin waist, and long, curved antennae. It feeds on nectar and small insects.
The European hornet is a relatively large wasp, measuring up to 1.4″ long. It has a brown face, and large, brown compound eyes. It also has yellow rings around its eyes. Its legs are reddish-brown, and its body is mostly yellow. The cicada killer wasp, on the other hand, is a smaller wasp, with a rust-colored red head and middle segment, and yellow wings.
There are several species of paper wasps in North America. These wasps have a paper-like appearance, and they can sting people if their nest is approached. These wereps make nests in garden pots, garden boxes, or empty boxes. The nest consists of a single layer of comb.
