Wildlife of Tennessee · Stinging Insects
Paper Wasp in Tennessee
Painful stings, and some people have severe allergic reactions. Call 615-357-7797 any hour.
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At a Glance
About the Paper Wasp
Stinging insects build nests in eaves, walls and the ground. Nests grow all summer, and stings can be dangerous for anyone who is allergic.
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Risk: Painful stings, and some people have severe allergic reactions.
Signs You Have One
How to Tell
These are the clues that point to a paper wasp.
- Open umbrella-shaped paper nests under eaves
- Wasps hovering at porch lights and railings
- Wasps cleaning wood to make nest paper
How We Handle It
What We Do About the Paper Wasp
We inspect to confirm the species, remove the animals humanely, close every way in and clean up. We check for young before any work.
Prevention
Keep Them Away
Simple steps that help for this kind of animal.
- Check eaves, sheds and decks each spring
- Remove small nests early
- Seal wall holes that let colonies in
- Keep trash and sweet drinks covered outdoors
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Read the guideHow do I know if I have a paper wasp?
Common signs: open umbrella-shaped paper nests under eaves; wasps hovering at porch lights and railings; wasps cleaning wood to make nest paper.
Is a paper wasp dangerous?
Painful stings, and some people have severe allergic reactions. When in doubt, keep your distance and call us.
What does Music City Wildlife do about a paper wasp?
We inspect to confirm the species, remove the animals humanely, close every way in and clean up. We check for young before any work. Call 615-357-7797 any hour.
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Music City Wildlife removes and prevents wildlife problems in homes and businesses across Nashville and Middle Tennessee, from squirrels in the attic to bats in the walls, with humane methods, careful sealing and cleanup.
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