common wasp

• Espécie de vespa social (Vespula vulgaris) amplamente distribuída na Europa e introduzida em outras regiões, conhecida pelo corpo listrado em preto e amarelo e pelo hábito de construir ninhos no solo ou em cavidades.

A species of social wasp (Vespula vulgaris) commonly found in Europe and introduced to other regions, known for its black and yellow striped body and its habit of building nests in the ground or in cavities.

1. Common Wasp (Vespula vulgaris)B1formal

   A species of social wasp found in many parts of the world, known for its black and yellow striped body and its ability to build paper nests.

   Vespa comum

   • The common wasp is often attracted to sweet foods during late summer.
   • A nest of common wasps was discovered under the roof of the shed.
   • Unlike bees, the common wasp can sting multiple times.