Of all the insects that can make a home around your property, wasps are among the most frightening. Their large nests, pack mentality, and painful stingers all make these bugs an immediate pest control issue. If you live in Hawaii, look out for the following three species.

3 Common Wasps Found in Hawaii

1. Paper Wasps

These insects are named for their nests, which look like paper and are constructed under the overhangs of roofs and other structures. When they sense their nest is at risk, they are automatically triggered as a group to race to protect it, so don’t try to remove their home base without professional pest control help. You can identify these pests by their yellow and black coloration or a reddish-brown hue.

2. Yellow Jackets

These yellow and black wasps are known for their aggressive nature and interest in eating flesh. While most nests die off in states with harsh winters, the tropical temperatures of Hawaii allow them to thrive, building nests of over 500,000 wasps. While they are often seen at picnics and cookouts around sugary drinks and garbage, they can also scavenge the flesh of large, dead animals.

3. Mud Daubers

These wasps are commonly black and yellow in Hawaii, but unlike the previous two species, they spend most of their time alone rather than in groups. Their main physical differentiator is an extremely narrow waist. Their name originates from the mud they build their nests with, but the shapes and sizes of these homes vary widely. While mud daubers are not as quick to sting as other species, it is possible, so be careful not to come into contact with them.

If you encounter any of these wasps around your home, don’t try to eliminate them or their nests by yourself—you could be setting yourself up for a painful experience or even a medical emergency. Instead, reach out to Aloha Pest Solutions in Kahului, HI, for quick and effective pest control service. They eliminate everything from bedbugs to termites, and they will also inspect your property to ensure infestations don’t return. To learn more about their pest control work, visit the website, or call (808) 877-3100 to request a free estimate today.