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The article reports that scientists have discovered that paper wasps have the ability to recognize and memorize each other's unique facial features as of December 2013. The authors say the discoveries have revealed that humans with their large mammalian brain are not the only animals with this capability. Results of the studies show small-brained insects use a face-processing mechanism that is similar to the ones humans use to distinguish faces.

The article reports on a study by Christopher Jernigan and colleagues at New York's Cornell University which examined the important role of the social environment in brain development of the Northern paper wasps Polistes fuscatus.

The article discusses the value of allowing paper wasps and hornets to build their nests in one's garden. The author finds that the insects are capable of hunting down inspect preys and their eggs, such as cabbageworms and tomato hornworms. The tips on how gardeners can protect themselves from being stung by paper wasps and hornets are also noted.

The article discusses the ability of non-human animals, such as sheep, paper wasps, and rodents, to recognize faces. Topics include the difficulty in recognizing inverted faces, research by Elizabeth Tibbetts of the University of Michigan and Michael Sheehan of the University of Arizona in Tucson, investigating face perception in the paper wasp, Polistes fuscatus, and the social aspects of face perception.

Several photographs of wildlife, including a paper wasp, a sharp-tailed grouse, and mallard ducks, which are the winners of the 2015 Canadian Wildlife Photography of the Year Competition by the periodical "Canadian Geographic" are presented.

Host discrimination by immature host-seeking endoparasites is a complex and somewhat unexplored topic. In the case of multiple infections, conflicts among conspecifics may occur to monopolize space and resources in the same host. Two or more 1st instar larvae of Xenos vesparum (Strepsiptera, Stylopidae) may enter into a Polistes dominulus (Hymenoptera, Vespidae) larva and develop together until the adult stage of both parasite and host. We carried out a screening of mitochondrial haplotypes in X. vesparum individuals extracted from superparasitized wasps taken in 5 naturally infected nests from different areas of Tuscany (Italy), to assess whether non-sibling parasites may infect the same colony and host. In total, we obtained 12 different haplotypes out of 122 genotyped individuals of both sexes: 17 of 34 superparasitized wasps hosted parasites that originated from females differing in their haplotypes. To date, this is the first described case of superparasitism with non-sibling host-seeking larvae infecting a single individual hymenopteran host. In addition, at least in heavily infected colonies, there is evidence of a male-biased sex-ratio and synchronous development of the parasites, regardless of their haplotypes. Finally, the distribution of haplotypes per nest is consistent with either phoretic infection or larvipositing on nests by means of superparasitized wasps. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

SUMMARYHost discrimination by immature host-seeking endoparasites is a complex and somewhat unexplored topic. In the case of multiple infections, conflicts among conspecifics may occur to monopolize space and resources in the same host. Two or more 1st instar larvae of Xenos vesparum(Strepsiptera, Stylopidae) may enter into a Polistes dominulus(Hymenoptera, Vespidae) larva and develop together until the adult stage of both parasite and host. We carried out a screening of mitochondrial haplotypes in X. vesparumindividuals extracted from superparasitized wasps taken in 5 naturally infected nests from different areas of Tuscany (Italy), to assess whether non-sibling parasites may infect the same colony and host. In total, we obtained 12 different haplotypes out of 122 genotyped individuals of both sexes: 17 of 34 superparasitized wasps hosted parasites that originated from females differing in their haplotypes. To date, this is the first described case of superparasitism with non-sibling host-seeking larvae infecting a single individual hymenopteran host. In addition, at least in heavily infected colonies, there is evidence of a male-biased sex-ratio and synchronous development of the parasites, regardless of their haplotypes. Finally, the distribution of haplotypes per nest is consistent with either phoretic infection or larvipositing on nests by means of superparasitized wasps. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Presents an article about examining a paper wasp. Description of paper wasps; Life cycle; Survival mechanisms during the winter season.

Discusses a study conducted by Elizabeth Tibbetts of the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona on paper wasps. Process of the establishment of hierarchy with all-female colony of paper wasps; Reason of Tibbetts for creating cheaters; Result of the study.

The article focuses on a research paper on gleams in nests of Asian paper wasps when struck by ultraviolet light, which references a study by Bernd Schöllhorn et al., published in the August 2021 issue of the "Journal of the Royal Society Interface," which reveals the silk fibers as the reason behind these gleams.

Suggests solutions for problems suffered by walkers. Swollen hands; Sudden storms; Angry dogs; Pesky yellow jackets; Side stitches; Shinsplints; Chafing thighs; Bathroom urgencies; Sunscreen sting; Creative urges.

Focuses on how paper wasps make nets out of paper. Mouths of paper wasps; Laying of eggs by the queen; Parts of a wasp.

A 41-yr-old, previously healthy male was stung once by a hornet. The patient had no history of allergy or hornet stings. Physical examination revealed swelling of the right side of his body with blister formation on the extremities. Rhabdomyolysis developed. Treatment included corticosteroids, antihistamines, and cyproheptadine. The patient was discharged without sequellae after being hospitalized for 7 days. Key Words: Hornet sting; Systemic reaction; Local reaction; Rhabdomyolysis., CASE REPORT A 41-yr-old male was stung once by a hornet. He was previously healthy, taking no medications, had no allergies, and had never been stung by a hornet or [...]

Hornets may chill out with a bit of electricity, say a group of biologists and physicists from Tel Aviv University. Infrared images of hornets anesthetized in their nest revealed that the cuticle around body parts such as the abdomen could be up to 3 degrees Celsius cooler than the nest material. But insect physiologist Allen Gibbs of the University of Arizona thinks that evaporative cooling could in fact do the trick and that the measurements may be misleading because of differences in air and nest temperature.

The article discusses a study by behavioral ecologist Colin Wright and colleagues which suggests that paper wasp colony size and success is linked to or determined by its queen's physical size and personality.

The author share his experience of childhood regarding killing red wasp with Daisy Red Ryder BB gun and mentions harmful effects of red wasp.

The article presents the author's views on the prevalence of venom in tropical forests and on his study on a multi-species association that may represent a fortress centered on venom which is the wasp tree at the Tiputini Biodiversity Station in Ecuador. Topics include the behavior of tropical paper wasps, the factors that drive wasp trees' assembly, and how they are immune to predator attack.

Reports that the European honeybee, which were imported into Japan, do not know how to deal with attacking hornets. Number of bees that can be killed by a hornet; Comments from Masato Ono of Tamagawa University in Tokyo; How the bees protect their nest.

Focuses on the protective mechanisms of honeybees against hornet attacks. Effect of hornets on colonies of bees; Bees' killing of the first hornet that invades the hive.

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In July, 49,550 migrants were recorded to have entered Greece, more than for the whole of last year. There was chaos on Kos as police tried to get migrants to [...]

To the Editor: Insect stings can produce symptoms ranging from mild local reactions to severe anaphylaxis. The four major stinging insects are bee, wasp, hornet, and yellow jacket, all of [...]

The article focuses on the several types of paper wasp such as yellow paper wasp, European paper wasp and northern paper wasp. Topics discussed include physiology of male and female paper wasp, honeycomb-like nests which is made out of paper pulp and laying of eggs in octagonal cell which is later filled by food for emerging larvae.

The article talks about paper wasps which belong to the hymenoptera and build their webs from paper material and presents the information given by entomologist Eric Day on the paper wasps and discusses their food targets and their stings.

A photograph is presented of paper wasp by photographer Thomas Marent.

The article discusses insect stings. The Schmidt Sting Pain Index, made by toxinologist Doctor Justin Schmidt, ranks stings from one to four. Schmidt's method involves obtaining sheila insect specimens, getting a guinea pig, and persuading the critter to sting. Schmidt suggests the use of ice and beer to numb one who has been stung. Among the insects that can sting are the European Paper Wasp, the American Tarantula Hawk Wasp, and the Brazilian Bullet Ant.

Cites a study by University of Arizona graduate student Barrett Klein on the sleeping behavior of the paper wasp Polistes flavus. Behavior of wasps during times of quiescence; Physiological changes that wasps undergo at night; Klein's observation of similar behavior in three other species of Polistes.

Features the insect genus Vespula, commonly known as the hornet or wasp. Author's previous encounters with the insect; Evolution of the hornet.

Discusses various topics regarding conservation and wildlife. Relocation of squirrels; Defensive system of hornets; Decline of bat population; Tree fungus known as Laetiporus sulphureus.

Provides answers to questions regarding animals. Phenotypic characteristics of offsprings of mallard ducks; Behavior of swimming buck; Activities of white-faced hornets; Catatonic behavior of wrens; Predation of owls.

Gives details on studies by researchers at the University of Notre Dame's Vector Biology Laboratory, which shows that electronic bug zappers are not an effective way to rid a backyard of mosquitoes. Fact that mosquitoes may actually be lured by the light; Importance of cleaning up standing water.

Presents answers to health-related questions about horses. What to do with colts that are not breeding quality; Advice on how to remove hornet nests; Cure to an Appaloosa mare's runny eyes. INSETS: Stable savvy, by Cherry Hill;Weather the storm.

The article focuses on the ability of paper wasps to recognize the face of their brethren based on a study by Michael Sheehan et al. of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor.

The article reports on a study published online in "Science" on December 11, 2011, which found that paper wasps (Polistes fuscatus) have the ability to recognize faces just as apes do.

The article looks at research by Michael Sheehan of the University of Michigan which found that Polistes fuscatus wasps, or northern paper wasps, are able to recognize the faces of other individual wasps. The wasps were better able to distinguish between wasp faces than images of caterpillars and abstract patterns, while P. metricus wasps did not react to faces. Face learning for individual recognition has been previously discovered in humans, some primates, and sheep.

This article presents information about the ability of some paper wasps to recognize each other through facial features rather than through smell. Most social insects rely on smell to recognize others, but scientists at the Universities of Arizona and Michigan have studied facial recognition ability in such wasps. Wasps with this ability have smaller antennal lobes that probably resulted from their reduced reliance on smell.

The article discusses a study that focuses on the complex social relationships among paper wasps and their ability to recognize and remember specific individuals of their kind. In studies of Elizabeth Tibbetts, an evolutionary biologist at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan and evolutionary biology graduate Michael Sheehan, significant findings on the wasps' retentive social memories were obtained. The method and the processes of the study are also presented.

The article offers information on the findings of a study on wasps concerning evolution of brains. Biologists at the University of Washington observed the behavior of paper wasps and then measured the size of their brains. The researchers found that the so-called mushroom bodies, the lobes that underlie learning and memory in insects, were larger in dominant wasps than in their subordinate peers. The study suggests that complex social interaction drove the evolution of large brains in human.

The article explains the reason why female worker insects rarely lay eggs. Scientist Tom Wenseelers stated that reproduction is forbidden among ants outside the royal chamber. Asian paper wasp queens eat the eggs of her daughters. Wenseleers cited that egg killing is done to retain the reproductive monopoly of the queen.

This article discusses several different species of animals and insects and how they relate to science. Polybia paper wasps in Costa Rica bite nestmates to force them to search for food, water, or supplies. Male sula nebouxii, or blue-footed boobies, support the key evolutionary idea that long-lived animals increase reproductive efforts as they age and their chances for passing on their genes decline. University of Buffalo scientists have uncovered evidence that the volcanic Mount Vesuvius that wiped out the city of Pompeii had erupted even more violently 2,000 years earlier.

The article provides information on adult paper wasps. A study by Bernard Brennan of Yale University has found that there is a division of labor between adult paper wasps and their larvae. Young wasps have played an active role in the relationship. Adult wasps evolved the vibratory signal as a threat to elicit more saliva.

Presents information related to the paper wasps.

This article reports that a former whale-acoustics analyst says that he has for the first time decoded a vibrational signal by paper wasps. Biologists have known that a female paper wasp frequently presses her abdomen against cells in her nest and waggles, says Bernard Brennan of Cornell University. To study this phenomenon, he focused on a brand-new nest where the founding female was tending to her first 20 or so larvae. He removed one larva and put a tiny vibration sensor in its place. The resulting data indicate that the queen's vibrations spread throughout the nest. Observations suggest that the vibrations are signals for larvae, he says.

This article focuses on research into the reaction of wasps to the facial markings of other wasps. If the spots on the face of a female paper wasp don't look appropriate for her rank, another female gets extra aggressive, according to a new study of wasp fights. Biologists have linked various animal markings, such as a dark patch of bird feathers, to status. These badges signal winning or losing characteristics, such as dominance. One theory has proposed that social demands make sure that only truly high-ranking animals can live up to their badges. Now, Elizabeth Tibbetts and James Dale of Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia, report that in Polistes dominulus wasps, a colony's 10-or-so queens vary in facial-spot "brokenness," an index combining the number of spots and the curviness of their edges.

Provides information on several animal species. Migration of humpback whales; Description of the nests of paper wasps; Information on pipsissewa.

Focuses on a child's perception regarding yellow jackets. Similarities between bugs and people; Life and activities of yellow jackets; Analogy between yellow jackets and pirates.

Reports on the study conducted by entomologists Annagiri Sumana and Philip T. Starks on the function of darting in the paper wasp Polistes fuscatus. Ways in which wasps maintained their social hierarchy; Comparison on the dart behavior of inactive and targeted workers.