Northeastern Yellowjacket (Vespula vidua)

Habits:

Northeastern Yellowjackets commonly nest in high traffic areas such as yards and pastures, as well as some forested areas. Colonies last one year. Adults feed on sugary foods and are predators of live insects to feed larvae.

Nests:

Most Northeastern Yellowjacket nests are subterranean, but they can also be found in logs and manmade structures. Northeastern Yellowjackets typically do not have large colonies, with fewer than 500 adult workers.

Nature toward humans:

Northeastern Yellowjackets are not a serious stinging hazard unless the nest is disturbed. However, due to nesting habits in areas of human traffic, the chances of human interaction are increased.

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