Key Information
Wasps
| Species | Over 100,000 |
| Diet | Varies |
| Length | 0.0055 to 5 inches |
| Lifespan | 1 year |
| Classification | Insecta > Hymenoptera > Apocrita |
| Conservation Status | Varies |
| Habitat | Various |
Learning Point
- Wasps are flying insects that are similar to bees and ants. They come in many different shapes and sizes, and they can be found all over the world. Wasps are known for their stinging behavior and their ability to build intricate nests. Some wasps are social insects, living in colonies with a queen, workers, and males. Others are solitary, building their own nests and raising their young alone. Wasps play important roles in ecosystems as pollinators and predators.
Project
- Draw a picture of the most interesting wasp you have learned about.
- Overview
- Potter Wasp
- Nests
Location
| Places | Worldwide, except Antarctica |
Fun Facts
- Many wasps live in colonies with a queen, workers, and males.
- Some build their nests from paper-like material that they make by chewing wood and mixing it with saliva.
- Wasps have stingers that they use to defend themselves or their nests.
- Solitary wasps don’t live in colonies like social wasps. They build their own nests and raise their young alone!
Past Lessons
| 2 | June 8, 2026 | (North America) |