What kind of wasps are in the Lowcountry and how can you avoid stings? Here’s what to know about these pesky summer insects.

Wasp nests made from mud have a vase-like shape and are typically stuck in a niche, such as the corner of the ceiling on a covered porch. Buzzing noise: Wasps that are building a nest make a ...

Paper wasps are usually brown with yellowish markings and long legs that hang beneath them as they fly. ... If your problem is a wasp's nest, you're better off catching them early in the year.

Wasps are normally in the nest at night and can't fly without light. If you use a flashlight, a red lens or red cellophane cover will prevent wasps from detecting it (insects don't "see" red light).

That means you have a paper wasp nest. Paper wasps are not as mellow as mud daubers, but they won’t bother you as long as you leave them alone, which I suggest you do.

So, to trick any potential unwanted houseguests, stuff the black bag into a shape that resembles a wasp nest (shown in the video below) and secure it with some string. Ish showed that he hung his ...

Paper wasps are vespid (stinging) wasps that have long legs. These wasps are reddish-brown to black in color with yellow markings. The most common paper wasps are 5/8 to 3/4 inches in length.

Put on long pants, a long-sleeved shirt under a thick jacket, gloves, socks and shoes, and a hat paired with a bandana to cover your face. Advertisement Find the wasp nest.

Before You Begin. A vinegar-based homemade wasp repellent works best for deterring wasps looking for places to nest. Keeping that in mind, it’s best to start your wasp prevention efforts in the ...