What do yellow jackets look like?

Yellow jackets are black and yellow with a defined, thinner waist compared to the rest of their body. They have antennas and six legs. Yellow jackets can look similar to a paper wasp, hornet, or bees.

Are yellow jackets dangerous?

Yes. Yellow jackets are no joke. They are very territorial and have a venomous sting which can cause pain, swelling, and many individuals have allergic reactions. Yellow jackets have the ability to sting multiple times and even bite you. When a yellow jacket is killed, they give off pheromones that let the others in the colony know. They defend their colony aggressively.

What do Yellow Jackets eat?

Yellow jackets are known as pollinators which makes them a beneficial insect. They are known to eat beetles and flies but are also interested in meat and sugary substances. This can make them attracted to picnics or parties with food outside.

Where do Yellow Jackets build their nests?

Yellow jackets are known to build their nests in a multitude of places. Common places are in the ground (also called a ground nest), usually in old rodent burrows, in hollowed-out longs or stumps. They can also build nests that hang in trees, in attics, walls, in between floors, and on the eaves of your home's roof. Yellow jacket nests may start out small but can enlarge rapidly if left untreated. The largest nest are usually found in attics where the insects have time to build their colonies undetected.

Will yellow jackets return to a destroyed nest?

Yellow jackets will not return to the same nest the following year. Be aware that is possible that unhatched eggs can survive the winter. So take caution when removing an old nest yourself.

How many yellow jackets can be in a nest?

There can be as many as 5000 workers in a nest. The yellow jacket colony generally reaches its maximum size in the months between August and September if left untreated.

What are signs of yellow jackets?

Signs of yellow jackets swarming in an area is a good sign there's a nest nearby. Look for areas in the ground or on the outside of your home that they may be using as an entrance hole.

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An Aardvark Pest Pro professional will come to your property and thoroughly inspect the hornet nest and surrounding area. We will then treat the affected area. We recommend removing the nest in the winter. If the nest is outside hanging from a tree, the wind and rain usually remove the nest naturally.

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Hornets - What you should know

Identifying Hornets

The European hornet is the most common in North America. Hornets look similar to the yellow jacket but look more orange in color. They have six legs, antennas and wings with a defined waist. Their abdomens will have yellowish-orange and black stripes.

Do Hornets Sting?

Yes. A hornet sting is very painful. Their sting contains more venom than any other stinging insect. This is because hornets are larger and carry more venom than other stinging insects. Being stung by multiple hornets can cause serious reactions.

What Do Hornets Eat?

Hornets often eat wasps, caterpillars, crickets and grasshoppers to name a few. They are less interested in fruit and sugary drinks common at picnics than other flying insects.

When are Hornets Most Active

Hornets are fair-weather insects and become active after the temperatures reach 75 degrees Fahrenheit. They will be most active and aggressive in late summer and early fall.

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Hornets - What you should know

Identifying Hornets

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What Do Hornets Eat?

When are Hornets Most Active

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