Problem: Paper wasps
Problem Info
Paper wasps, also known as umbrella wasps, usually live in small colonies consisting of twenty to thirty wasps around the home. They are not as aggressive and protective of their nests as are yellow jackets. Their nests usually suspend themselves from eaves, ceilings, or branches.
Analysis
Polistes species Paper wasps, also known as umbrella wasps, usually live in small colonies consisting of twenty to thirty wasps. They build paper nests in which they raise their young. Paper wasps feed on insects, nectar, and pollen. They are not as aggressive and protective of their nests as are yellow jackets. They will sting if threatened, however, causing swelling, itching, and more generalized symptoms in sensitive individuals.
Solution Advice
To remove paper wasps from the vicinity, you must eliminate their nests.
