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Fine-backed Red Paper Wasp

Polistes carolina
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Summary

Polistes carolina, commonly known as the Carolina paper wasp, is a species of social wasp found in North America. It is characterized by its slender body, black and yellow coloration, and distinctive paper-like nests. These wasps are known for their aggressive behavior when their nests are threatened, but they are also important pollinators and help control pest populations in gardens and agricultural fields.

Fine-backed Red Paper Wasp

Polistes carolina
Local Pest Control

Tags

venomous
sting

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Insecta
order: Hymenoptera
family: Vespidae
genus: Polistes

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