Yellow jackets can become particularly aggressive in the fall when they begin collecting carbohydrates and sweets to store for winter.
Getting rid of yellow jacket nest in ground.
Whether observing a nest or doing yellow jacket removal be sure to have a clear escape path away from the area to a safe spot.
If a colony is disturbed the yellow jackets can become very aggressive and sting.
The yellow jackets nests are usually under thick grass or dense bushes.
Yellow jackets fold their wings lengthwise when at rest.
Yellow jackets are a type of wasp with a slender body narrow waist and potent sting.
Once you ve mapped out an escape path you can use traps and baits to get rid of yellow jackets for good.
The insects use abandoned burrows to build their ground nests.
Wait until dusk no matter which option you choose to get rid of the yellow jackets wait until.
Unlike honey bees who appear to have a furry texture yellow jackets have shiny smooth skin.
Although some types of yellow jackets nest in trees or under eaves others build below ground.
However the nests usually lie right underneath the surface.
Removing ground nesting yellow jackets requires care and precision because one nest may contain as.
For most people the yellow jacket sting is temporary but painful.
In some cases yellow jackets nests can go as 4 feet deep.
Make sure to inspect for yellow jacket nests before mowing the lawn or using trimmers.