Western Yellowjacket
Vespula pensylvanica
The mature western yellowjacket is a black-and-yellow social wasp of open country, woodland edges, gardens, and disturbed places, often nesting underground or in sheltered cavities. It is an agile flyer that hunts other arthropods and also feeds on sugary liquids, fruit, carrion, and human scraps. Its venomous sting is the main defense against predators and nest disturbance. A notable fact is that this species can become especially common late in summer, when adults are frequently attracted to sweet foods and meats.
- Type
- Venom / Wing
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
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- Western Yellowjacket
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