18 Questions
What is a key characteristic of solitary wasps?
They feed on materials of plant and animal origin
How do larvae of solitary wasps develop?
By being fed on materials of plant and animal origin
What is the role of adult male wasps in the ecosystem?
Feed on nectar and pollen
How do some wasps affect humans?
By inflicting painful stings
Which of the following is NOT a type of solitary wasp mentioned in the text?
Yellowjackets
What happens to male wasp workers in winter?
They die
What behavior can be expected from worker wasps if their nest is disturbed?
Sting repeatedly to protect the nest
In a paper wasp colony, which female usually becomes the dominant queen?
The female that lays all or most of the colony's eggs
How are the nests of paper wasps typically suspended?
By a short paper stem under an eave or in a sheltered area
What building materials do paper wasps use to construct their nests?
Thin paper-like layers made from plant parts and saliva
What do paper wasps feed their young larvae?
Meat paste made from caterpillars and insects
Which type of wasps are considered to be solitary?
The great majority of wasps
What distinguishes social wasps from solitary wasps?
Social wasps live in colonies, while solitary wasps live alone.
How do yellow jackets and hornets start a colony?
By laying an egg in each cell they make
What do larvae do after being fed by the queen for about two weeks?
Spin a cocoon around themselves
Where do most yellow jackets build their nests?
Underground in holes in the ground
What is the main diet of yellow jackets and hornets?
Nectar and fruits
How do the larvae of yellow jackets and hornets transform into adult workers?
They spin cocoons around themselves
Explore the life history and behavior of solitary wasps, including different types such as digger wasps, sand wasps, potter wasps, and more. Learn about their nesting habits, egg-laying process, larval development, and pupation stages.
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