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30 COMMON WASPS IN MICHIGAN

Dark Paper Wasp

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Dark paper wasps (Polistes fuscatus) are often found around human habitats, though they prefer wooded areas and savannas.

Bald-Faced Hornet

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Bald-faced hornet (Dolichovespula maculata) belongs to the Vespidae family and is a species of yellow jacket wasp.

European Paper Wasp

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European paper wasps (Polistes dominula) are common wasps with a diverse diet, which includes caterpillars.

Great Black Digger Wasp

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The great black digger wasp (Sphex pensylvanicus) can grow to 1.4 inches (35mm) in length with the larvae eating live insects that the female carries into the nest.

Eastern Yellowjacket

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Eastern yellowjackets (Vespula maculifrons) are considered pests as they tend to nest in recreational areas and buildings.

Common Aerial Yellowjacket

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The common aerial yellowjacket (Dolichovespula arenaria) is often called the sandhill hornet or common yellow hornet.

Eastern Cicada-Killer Wasp

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The Eastern cicada killer wasp (Sphecius speciosus) is the largest wasp in Michigan, also known as the cicada hawk.

Great Golden Digger Wasp

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The great golden digger wasp (Sphex ichneumoneus) is not an aggressive wasp species. They will mind their own business, as long as you leave them alone.

Acorn Plum Gall Wasp

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Acorn plum galls (Amphibolips quercusjuglans) are reflective in coloration, along with the growth they create on an oak tree.

Yellow-Legged Mud-Dauber Wasp

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The yellow-legged mud dauber wasp (Sceliphron caementarium) is also known as the black and yellow mud dauber.

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