The Big Wasp Survey, a citizen science project involving thousands of volunteers throughout the UK, has yielded important genetic insights into the common wasp, reports a study led by UCL researchers.

If you see a gray, papery cylinder hanging from a tree branch, eave of your house, or some other spot on your property, it ...

Finding a wasp nest nestled under the eaves of your house is more than a nuisance. An encounter with certain species of these prolific winged insects can result in a painful sting. It could be worse ...

Wasps aren't many people's favorite insect, but they can actually do a lot of good. Some pollinate flowers and vegetables, while others help control aphids, caterpillars, and other garden pests. Okay, ...

A few wasps near the patio. One buzzing past at a barbecue. That’s easy to brush off. But those small moments can point to a much larger issue already forming nearby.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Wasps are beneficial as pollinators and pest controls, but a nest near your house can cause problems. Not all wasps are aggressive ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As high temperatures persist across parts of California, you may have noticed an uptick of stinging insects zipping around your ...

What good are wasps? It’s a question we hear all the time. And, let’s face it, wasps are routinely demonised. They interrupt picnics (they love beer and fruit as much as we do). Their sting can be ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Finding a wasp nest nestled under the eaves of your house is more than a nuisance. An encounter with certain species of these ...