Why Wasps Are Bad
WouterDespite their negative reputation, wasps are a hugely important part of our ecosystems. They are important pollinators and hunters, and help maintain a healthy environment. They are also important for human health. As such, scientists want to see the same conservation efforts made for wasps as bees.
The bad reputation of wasps is due to a lack of knowledge about them. Most of the time, wasps don’t see humans as food. However, there are several types of wasps that do. These include stinging and non-stinging wasps. The former is a bit more aggressive than the latter. This is because their stingers are acutely painful. They can also penetrate thick clothing and protective gear.
One of the most dangerous wasps is the Asian giant hornet. It’s also called the “murder hornet”. It attacks honey bee colonies. The venom is extremely painful to humans and contains neurotoxins. These hornets can attack as a swarm, and can sting more than a few times.
Wasps are also highly territorial. They will attack anything that gets too close. If you try to chase them away, they will attack you back. They are also fierce guards of their nests. If the nest is in danger, they will attack.
The stingers of wasps are also very acute. They contain acetylcholine, a potent pain stimulant. They are also known to contain antibiotics. The venom from wasps can be very effective in pest control.
The biggest social wasps are hornets. These insects raise hundreds of hotheads in enclosed combs. They don’t usually attack humans unless they are aggressive.
