A Western Paper Wasp (Mischocyttarus flavitarsis) thinking about attacking me

Fortunately, it decided not to. But it was definitely thinking about it.

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Ferdy Christant

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hah, I read their attack is to bump, not sting. Intimidating as well as beautiful in any case. Posted 5 years ago
1. John Sullivan
  
  Lion
  
  They are probably nice, but I’ve had a few wasp stings over the years and I am wary of having more. Posted 5 years ago

The Western Paper Wasp

''Mischocyttarus flavitarsis'' is a social paper wasp found in western North America. Their nests can be found both in forests close to rivers or in close proximity to human life under the eaves of roofs.

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Similar species: Wasps, Bees, Sawflies And Ants

Species identified by John Sullivan