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Eastern yellowjacket

Vespula maculifrons

Photo by Maria dB
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Field Notes

Description:

This type of yellow jacket nests in the ground, although unusual nest locations can occur above the ground in urban environments such as hollow walls, attics, and other artificial spaces.

Habitat:

My yard

Reference Links:

Eastern yellowjacket, Species Vespula maculifrons - Eastern Yellowjacket - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedMay 22, 2014

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