Bootanomyia dorsalis is native to Europe, but has been found in multiple locations across North America. Native to Europe, B. dorsalis is one of the world’s many parasitoid wasps, insects that lay ...

A study led by Dr. Glen Hood, Wayne State University, aims to determine which insect defenses are effective against each type of parasitic wasp, as well as determining how and why parasites might ...

At least two different populations of a parasitic wasp native to Europe have been found on opposite coasts of North America. But no one knows how they got there. Reading time: Reading time 3 minutes ...

Most wasps die off when temperatures fall below freezing, but queen wasps can overwinter until spring. Remove old nests, seal entry points, and do a garden cleanup to reduce the risk of overwintering.

Researchers discovered two new parasitic wasp species living in the U.S., tracing their origins back to Europe and uncovering clues about how they spread. Their arrival raises fresh questions about ...

70-year-old woman removed the wasps and their nest outside the house. She caught the wasps and their nest in a transparent cup and closed the lid. Billionaire Ray Dalio warns of 'big, painful ...

Oak gall wasps and their predators don't have the panache of butterflies, but they're attracting growing interest among both scientists and naturalists. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest ...

Take a stroll along one of the beaches on Hawaii Island in late summer, and you’ll likely stumble upon almond-shaped fruits lying in the sand. Known as false kamani nuts, or tropical almonds, they ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A previously unidentified species of invasive parasitic wasps is now ...