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Umbrella Paper Wasp

Umbrella Paper Wasp

$8.00Price

Suspended in a 20 ml. vial the darker colored Umbrella Paper Wasp is a fascinating insect that belongs to the paper wasp family. Its unique name is derived from its distinctive umbrella-shaped nest made from chewed wood fibers mixed with saliva. These wasps are social creatures, living in large colonies with a queen and workers. They are known for their stingers, which they use for defense and hunting prey. If you encounter an Umbrella Paper Wasp, be sure to observe from a safe distance and admire its beautiful markings and complex behavior.

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