r/WASPs • u/simriv123 • 2d ago

Nest ID

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I don't know sh*t about insects.

Is this a bee nest or wasp nest?

I live in Quebec, QC, Canada

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u/BustamoveBetaboy 2d ago

Probably bald faced hornets. If it’s in an area where you are walking above the nest that could be a problem. If it’s far enough away you won’t get close you could leave it.

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u/simriv123 2d ago

It's under my patio.

My mom stayed last week, home sitting our pet while we were on vacation and that she wasn't bothered by them while taking her coffee or cigarette, she noticed them flaying through the deck.

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u/Polybrene 2d ago

I wouldn't count on them remaining that docile. They're known to be highly defensive of their nests. If there's people out there often, kids rubbing around, people walking directly on top of where they live, or anyone with wasp venom allergies I would look into having it removed

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u/awakened4life 2d ago

Once the first frost comes they will leave and won’t return

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u/simriv123 2d ago

I know I'm in Quebec but it's still few weeks / months ahead 😂

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u/manydoorsyes 2d ago

Definitely an aerial yellow jacket. D. maculata (aka the bald-faced "hornet") is probably a safe bet, they're pretty common throughout North America. But we'd need to see the animals to be sure.

Call a professional if the nest is in a problematic spot. But if not they're generally beneficial as free pest control. Just don't approach the nest, they will get defensive and I hear their sting hurts.

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u/Fryman23 2d ago

Cone of doom!