Bees, wasps, and hornets have found unique ways to survive in habitats all around the world.Mud daubers are a type of wasp that has developed a particularly interesting nesting behavior — they ...

Solitary wasps, such as mud daubers and cicada killer wasps, are rarely a problem for people. They don't build large colonies. Though they do have venom, they use it to paralyze their prey.

These wasps might not be an immediate threat, but they have been known to build their spider-filled nests inside of people’s homes.

Adult mud daubers tend to feed on a diet of nectar, a variety of different spiders and honeydew. For this reason, these wasps have been seen as helpful to lawn owners as they will feed on black ...

Two of these wasps are in a group called mud daubers. Two additional types are known as rusty spider wasps and tarantula hawks. Except for reproduction during spring and fall, ...