What kind of wasp is this? - Ask Extension
Hi there,
My husband was stung by these wasps, which were nesting in our mailbox—twice. The second time resulted in a trip to the ER due to a se...
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What kind of wasp is this? #807088
Asked August 19, 2022, 4:01 PM EDT
Hi there,
My husband was stung by these wasps, which were nesting in our mailbox—twice. The second time resulted in a trip to the ER due to a severe reaction. They kind of look like northern paper wasps, but all the pictures I can find show them with a striped abdomen. Pics attached.
Best,
Paula Bolyard
Wayne County Ohio
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