The Secrets of a Wasp Colony: From Cuddly Larvae to Terrifying Stingers

🐜Wasp colonies are like complex societies, with different roles and responsibilities for each member.

🐛Larvae in the nest are constantly fed by the adults, who work tirelessly to raise the next generation.

🍯Feeding the colony with honey or other liquids keeps them satisfied and allows them to thrive.

🔬Wasps are incredibly clean animals, grooming themselves to prevent the spread of germs within the colony.

🚪Escaped wasps are mostly helpless and unable to survive without the support of their colony.

Are wasps dangerous?

—Yes, wasps can be dangerous if provoked. Their stingers are retractable and unlike bees, they can sting multiple times.

What do wasps eat?

—Wasps primarily feed on nectar, fruits, and other insects. They also feed their larvae with energy-rich liquids.

How do wasps build their nests?

—Wasps build their nests using pieces of wood and cardboard. The nest serves as their dormitory, hospital, and kitchen.

Can wasps be kept as pets?

—Keeping a wasp colony as a pet is extreme and dangerous. It's recommended to observe them in the wild or under controlled conditions.

What happens if a wasp escapes?

—An escaped wasp is usually helpless and unable to survive on its own. It relies on the support of the colony for food and care.

00:02The video starts with the creator introducing his pet wasp colony that he keeps in a picture frame in his bedroom.

01:09The nest is the heart of the colony, serving as a dormitory, hospital, and kitchen. It's filled with eggs, larvae, and pupae.

02:21The wasps have powerful mandibles that they use to chop up food for the larvae, such as crickets.

03:18The creator feeds the colony honey, which they eagerly gather around and consume.

03:59The wasps groom themselves constantly to stay clean and prevent the spread of germs within the colony.

05:59Due to a mistake, the wasps flooded into the creator's bedroom, leading to a challenging task of catching and releasing them.

06:45To give back to nature, the creator releases the wasps in a local forest, allowing them to establish new colonies.