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Southern Yellowjacket
Identification & Control
(Vespula squamosa)
A ground-nesting wasp that takes food very seriously.
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Physical Appearance
- Compact yellowjacket build
- Strong yellow-and-black patterning
- Busy, aggressive around sugary foods late summer/fall
Common Locations
- Underground nests
- Occasionally structural voids
Why They're a Problem
As colonies grow, activity ramps up and tolerance drops. Late season is when people tend to get surprised by how bold they become. What felt manageable earlier can shift quickly.
Homeowner Tips
As colonies grow, activity ramps up and tolerance drops. Late season is when people tend to get surprised by how bold they become. What felt manageable earlier can shift quickly.
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Southern Yellowjacket
Wasps
- Compact yellowjacket build
- Strong yellow-and-black patterning
- Busy, aggressive around sugary foods late summer/fall
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