Because wasps arepollinator insects, they are most active during the growing season when pollinator plants are abundant.
Paper wasps and hornets make large papery nests that are easy to identify.
Where Do Wasps Go During the Winter?
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Thankfully, wasps cannot endure cold temperatures and most of them die in the winter.
But surviving the winter long enough to do this is challenging for wasps due to lack of food.
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Where Do Wasps Hibernate During the Winter?
What to Do If You Find Wasps in Your Home During the Winter?
For the most part, hibernating wasps are not dangerous since they’re in their weakened state.
They will be too lethargic to become aggressive to the point of stinging.
Somewasp trapsallow you to add a sugar substance to attract them safely and then dispose of them outside.
This method works well as long as the wasps are asleep or lethargic and not moving quickly.
If the problem seems too overwhelming to deal with on your own, contact a pest control service.
But if in doubt, contact a pest control service.
Most wasps will die when temperatures drop below freezing (32F).
The timing of when wasps die off will vary based on local weather conditions.
In many parts of the United States, including the Northeast, this usually happens beginning by late October.
