Evie introduces us to the gold-marked thread-waisted wasp. During late summer and early fall we see many wasps. One of the most common solitary wasps takes skinny to the extreme. Evie introduces us to ...

What is a wasp, anyhow? One definition is "a hymenopteran insect that is a member of the Aculeata and is neither a bee nor an ant." What's that all about? Well, the hymenoptera are a very large order ...

Gardeners who plant pollinator friendly gardens also get a bonus — insects that our allies in pest control — insect predators and parasites. We like to refer to them as "beneficials" or "good guys." ...

When you think of wasps, you probably think about trying to enjoy food or drink outside on a warm fall day and being bothered by yellowjackets. Maybe you think of getting stung. These experiences are ...