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Paper Wasp: Facts, Nest, Colony
All you need to know about these master paper sculptors
Updated May 27, 2024
Updated May 27, 2024
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All you need to know about these master paper sculptors
Does the paper wasp sting?
Yes, it can sting several times.
Is the paper wasp dangerous?
The paper wasp is aggressive only when the nest is threatened.
What is the paper wasp's nest made of?
Chewed wood fibre mixed with saliva.
About the Authors
Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny
Femi is a PhD student at University College London (UCL), working on the ecology and behavior of Asian giant hornets. Passionate about insects, especially wasps, she loves fieldwork in underexplored places, studying how insects interact with their environment and discovering new species while at it!
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.