Wasps first appeared in the fossil record in the Jurassic, and diversified into many surviving superfamilies by the Cretaceous. They are a successful and diverse group of insects with tens of …

Nov 10, 2025 · Wasps are a diverse group of insects with over 100,000 species, many of which are solitary rather than social. They can be found in a variety of habitats and have a wide range of …

These wasps are renowned for their unique lifestyle, especially their hunting ritual, which involves paralyzing spiders using their venom and using them as live food for their larvae.

May 30, 2025 · There are types of wasps that build nests underground, some that live in solitary splendor and others that are downright helpful to your garden. Wasps are as diverse as they are …

Feb 17, 2025 · Wasps are beneficial pollinators, but they can be dangerous. Learn more about health risks, what to do if you have them, and more.

Jun 12, 2025 · Wasps are one of nature’s most diverse and fascinating insects—ranging from social stingers like hornets and yellowjackets to solitary hunters like tarantula hawks and mud daubers. …

From tiny wasps that can barely be seen with the naked eye to larger, more recognizable hornets, the world of wasps is buzzing with diversity. Wasps can be found on every continent except Antarctica, …