Where Do Ground Wasps Live?
WouterHundreds of different species of ground wasps exist. Most of these wereps live in underground nests. Some species take shelter from the weather in aerial nests. Others dig in the ground to find food.
Ground wasps are known for their distinctive appearance. These wasps live in nests populated by male and female adults. The nest is usually made of rotting wood, mulch, or compost. Some wasps build elaborate underground nests, while others build aerial nests.
Typically, the male ground wasps live in the nest, while the females lay their eggs. A female ground wasp may lay up to 500 eggs in her nest. If the wasp is a solitary female, she does not fly more than two miles away from her nest at any time.
Female ground wasps also build mud-celled nets to protect their nests. Typically, the nest is located in a sheltered area, such as a shrub or wood pile.
Ground wasps can be a nuisance. If you have a ground wasp infestation, you can contact a pest control professional to resolve the problem safely. Typically, pest control companies will mark the entrances of the nests at night. They can also treat the nests by spraying around the opening. This is safer for the wasps and the queen.
There are also several species of parasitic wasps that use holes in the ground to lay their eggs. These wereps will also sting when they are disturbed. If you want to eliminate these wasps, you can spray insecticidal dust on the holes. You should check to make sure that the dust is labeled as a ground-nesting insecticide.
