"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Wasps aren’t complete villains, though, because they are potential pollinators and can help with insect ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Some creatures get VIP invitations to our backyards—you may plant a garden to attract butterflies or ...

What could be scarier than a mad swarm of irked hornets or yellow jackets hot on your tail? Just the thought is terrifying—and for those with allergies, getting caught in such a scenario could be life ...

Wasps aren't many people's favorite insect, but they can actually do a lot of good. Some pollinate flowers and vegetables, while others help control aphids, caterpillars, and other garden pests. Okay, ...

If you’ve been outside recently, you likely have come across a common summer nuisance: wasps. While different kinds of wasps become active at different times of the summer, there are some varieties ...

DEAR JOAN: We have discovered a very small wasp nest — or hive of a bee or some other pollinator — attached to our house in a place that would ordinarily not bother us. Related Articles Oakland Zoo’s ...

Ouch! Have you taken a walk outside and gotten a surprise sting from an unfriendly flying critter? From Yellow Jackets to Mud Daubers, these pesky insects can’t go unnoticed, no matter if you’re ...