Paper Wasps – Polistes

Posted by Jon on May 26, 2010 in Wasps | 0 comments

The local paper wasps (Polistes) are active at the moment building their nests so they can raise their young. We have a few around with one just over the door in our greenhouse – perfect for protecting our plants from caterpillars and other insects if they don’t attack us on entry! Paper wasps generally only attack when they feel threatened so should be left alone unless their nest is in a place that poses a danger.