‘Tis the season for stinging insects! One of the most common stinging insects in Upstate New York is the yellowjacket. Let’s learn about them today…
Yellowjacket Facts:
- Yellowjackets live in nests or colonies consisting of up to 4,000 workers.
- Late summer and early fall is when yellowjacket activity is at its highest.
- Sweets and proteins are top attractants for yellowjackets, so keep your food and drinks covered when eating outside.
- Yellowjacket nests are made from chewed up cellulose.
- When threatened, yellowjackets can sting repeatedly making them a real danger.
- The abdomen of a yellowjacket features black and yellow bands.
- There are approximately 16 species of yellowjackets in the U.S.
- Only the queen can survive the winter.
- Common nesting sites include trees, bushes and eaves.
- Larvae consume protein in the form of other insects.
How to Get Rid of Yellowjackets:
Yellowjackets are very territorial and will attack if they feel threatened. If you discover a yellowjacket nest on your property, it is best to stay away from the nest and call your trusted local pest control professional to perform a safe and effective treatment.
If you encounter yellowjackets at your home or business, contact us for a free inspection. Attention Pest Solutions offers residential and commercial pest control for Saratoga County, Albany County, Washington County, Fulton County, Warren County, Schenectady County and Montgomery County.
