Where Does Wasps Live?
WouterThousands of wasp species are known to exist around the world. They are found in forests, meadows, parks, and gardens. They are predators and parasitic insects. They feed on small insects, flies, and other plants. They also live in colonies and build nests.
The wasp colony is made up of a single queen and several workers. The workers collect the prey that the larvae feed on. They also help the queen to build the nest. The nest is made of wood fiber and saliva. It has a honeycomb shape. During the winter, the queen hibernates in a sheltered spot. In the spring, she comes out and begins laying eggs. The eggs hatch in five to eight days.
The larvae feed on sweet substances, such as sugary liquids, flies, and other insects. They secrete a sugary liquid to keep them warm. They also feed on protein sources. They are fed by the female workers. They are a very important food source for the queen and other wasps. The larvae feed until they transform into adult wasps.
The worker wasps live for 2-4 weeks. They feed the larvae and care for the young. They also lay eggs, which develop into the next generation of queens. These queens live for a year.
The old queen dies in the autumn. Her body deteriorates due to cold weather. She is buried in a sheltered spot or tree bark. The new queen, which has been produced from the sperm saved from the old queen’s hibernation, begins a new colony.
