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I noticed these paper wasps building a nest along the driveway, and stopped to take some photos. The nest was hanging from the fence that separates our driveway from the neighbor's.
According to a publication by Washingtion State University, "yellowjackets and paper wasps are highly beneficial. Do not control them unless their stings present a hazard." and "they feed their young numerous insects that ordinarily damage shade trees and crops. They also kill countless houseflies and blowflies." Get to it, guys!
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Entry first conceived on 9 July 2009, 21:55 UTC, last modified on 9 July 2009, 22:07 UTC