Why Some Yellowjacket Nests Are Fine to Ignore—And Others Aren’t

A yellowjacket nest appeared just feet from my front porch, and the question of whether to ignore it or act fast turned out ...

Late summer is the time of year for yellow jackets

Yellow jackets can be annoying when you are trying to eat outside in late summer, but keep in mind they are beneficial ...

How To Tell The Difference Between Wasps And Hornets—And Which Ones To Avoid

Hornets are bigger than most wasps and have a sting that packs a punch. We cover the differences between wasps and hornets, ...
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Rescue tiny goslings from a yellow jacket nest on a farm

The homesteading couple behind Gold Shaw Farm documents their urgent efforts to protect vulnerable young birds from a ...

'More and more aggressive': Hot, dry spring fuels surge in yellow jacket nests across the Pacific Northwest

Ruhl recently responded to a yellow jacket nest hidden at the base of a fern in Northeast Portland. Wearing a protective suit ...

How to Get Rid of Yellow Jackets—and Prevent Them From Returning

Yellow jackets are great for a healthy ecosystem—they control aphids, caterpillars, and common garden pests—but they're also aggressive and can be dangerous in your yard. This is especially true if ...
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Yellow-legged hornets confirmed in NC for first time. Are they in Western NC

The invasive yellow-legged hornet has been confirmed in North Carolina for the first time. This species, native to Southeast Asia, poses a threat to honeybees and other important pollinators. The ...