With their large, imposing stinger-like appendage, ichneumons are a common sight in the US. But where do ichneumon wasps live? Where do they go to, and do they make some kind of nest for themselves? One of the largest parasitic wasps in the world, the ichneumon wasp, is quite harmless to humans. They are … Read more
Are you terrified to find a large wasp sitting idly on a tree in your lawn or garden? Well, here’s how to get rid of ichneumon wasps and, more importantly, whether there is anything to be terrified of or not. [toc] Finding a wasp in your garden or yard can be terrifying, especially if you … Read more
Finding a large long tailed bug near your house is surely a cause for concern. However, its likely that the wasp with long tail may be ichneumon, a gentle giant with no intention or means to hurt you. Let’s learn more about these wasps below If you see a giant black menacing-looking wasp with a … Read more
Subject: What is this flying insect? It was about 3” long with approx a 3” stinger (?) attached. Geographic location of the bug: Near Battle Creek, MI Date: 08/20/2022 Time: 04:00 PM EDT Your letter to the bugman: Appreciate you identifying this insect for us. We have never seen one of these before and have … Read more
Subject: Strange insect Geographic location of the bug: Grain Valley MO Date: 10/02/2021 Time: 02:56 PM EDT Your letter to the bugman: We were coming home from independence we live in in grain valley this was on our windshield How you want your letter signed: Lisa Gerlt Dear Lisa, This is a Giant Ichneumon in … Read more
Subject: Paper Wasps Geographic location of the bug: Chesapeake, VA Date: 09/08/2021 Time: 10:01 AM EDT Your letter to the bugman: Hi Bugman! Some resourceful paper wasps have taken advantage of the gap in the screen of our daughter’s bedroom window. She was initially afraid of them but we are using the nest as a … Read more