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Polistes
Slender wasps that build open paper nests in eaves and corners — beneficial pollinators, but capable of repeated stings when nests are disturbed.
1.5–2.5 cm
Reddish-brown, yellow, or black with distinct markings; slender body with a narrow waist.
Long and translucent, resting flat over the body.
Adults sip nectar; they hunt caterpillars and other insects to feed larvae. Drawn to sugary residues and ripened fruit.
Slow and deliberate flight. Stingers are not barbed, so they can sting multiple times without dying. Most active in late spring and summer.
Open umbrella-shaped nests of chewed wood pulp under eaves, ceilings, window frames, structural gaps, and outdoor furniture.
Stings can cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Generally non-aggressive unless the nest is threatened.
Every paper wasp engagement follows our proven three-step methodology — tailored precisely to this pest.
Inspect sheltered exterior corners for nests and grade the threat level.
Apply targeted treatments and perform professional nest removal in protective gear.
Seal entry points, remove attractants, and re-check seasonally.
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