What does paper wasp mean?
Definitions for paper wasp
pa·per wasp
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paper waspnoun
any of several social wasps that construct nests of a substance like paper
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paper wasp
A paper wasp is a type of insect, specifically a wasp, known for its distinctive nest made from plant materials and saliva which resembles paper. These wasps, belonging to the family Vespidae, are typically narrow-bodied and primarily yellow and black or brown. They are found in many parts of the world and some species are known for their aggressive behavior when their nests are threatened.
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Paper wasp
Paper wasps are 0.7 to 1.0 inch-long wasps that gather fibers from dead wood and plant stems, which they mix with saliva, and use to construct water-resistant nests made of gray or brown papery material. Paper wasps are also sometimes called umbrella wasps, due to the distinctive design of their nests or other regional variants such as Trinidad & Tobago's use of Jack Spaniard.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of paper wasp in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of paper wasp in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
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This hornet is exhibiting the same behavior we saw last year —attacking paper wasp nests.
If you have paper wasp nests on your property and live in the area, keep an eye on them and report any Asian giant hornets you see. Note the direction they fly off to as well.
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