Yellowjacket

Yellowjackets are social wasps measuring three-eighths to one-half inch long, with distinct yellow and black banding on the abdomen. You will see them building paper nests under eaves, in wall voids, or in ground cavities. They scavenge meat and sweet foods, becoming aggressive in late summer when fruit ripens and other food sources decline. Nests can contain several hundred individuals.

Locate nests early in spring when colonies are small and easier to eliminate. Professional pest control services safely remove established nests. Do not attempt to spray nests with over-the-counter pesticides. Keep garbage sealed and remove fallen fruit from the landscape. Provide alternative protein sources away from entertaining areas.