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Eastern Yellowjacket

Vespula maculifrons

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Description:

This boldly-striped yellow and black wasp is a ground-nesting social species. They are nearly hairless and are approximately 1 cm (.5 in) in length. Can sting repeatedly.

Habitat:

Widely spread throughout the eastern and central North America.

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PublishedFebruary 29, 2012

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