A study of the correlation between environmental variables such as latitude and body size in paper wasps (genus Polistes) by ...

says entomologist Chris Alice Kratzer, who's not at all surprised that some wasps have evolved the ability to metabolize ethanol. Hornets are the largest wasp species. “Many fruits ripen in ...

The most famous thieves, tricksters, and rogues were recently honored by having a brand new group of bugs named after them.

or solitary wasps, with the hornets having a reputation as the more aggressive species. Each species looks different, but ...

Wasps need lots of insects to feed their young, so thrive in the warmer months Despite their bad reputation and tendency to disrupt picnics, wasps are an important part of our ecosystem. During ...

But despite their occasional aggression, these insects play an important role in the ecosystem. There are over 7,000 species of wasp living in the UK, comprising a huge variety of solitary and social ...

Scientists have put together a map of the UK's wasp population, showing the distribution of key species. Data recorded by volunteers gives an insight into where wasps are living in the nation's ...