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Debunking the Myth: Can Wasps Move Their Nests?
As a seasoned pest controller, I've encountered my fair share of perplexing claims from customers. One recurring call I get is that the wasps have relocated their nest after a treatment.Wasps don't pack up and move their nests simply because the pest controller pulls into the driveway. They don't have the ability to deconstruct their nest, pack it up and move it to a new location.The truth is, not all wasp nests develop at the same pace. Some nests grow rapidly, while others may go unnoticed for a while. If you do notice another nest a few weeks after a previous treatment, it was there all along you just didn't notice it.It's not uncommon to receive calls from customers in November, convinced that a nest appeared overnight. when in reality its been there for six months.Wasp nests begin their journey in spring when a single queen initiates construction. Once the nest reaches the size of a golf ball, the queen lays eggs inside, kick-starting the wasp season.Larvae hatch from the eggs and are nourished by the queen with chewed-up insects. After a few weeks, the larvae pupate, eventually emerging as mature wasps. The cycle continues as new wasps take over nest enlargement duties while the queen focuses on egg-laying. By autumn, the nest reaches its peak size, housing a bustling community of wasps.Wasp nests only last for one season, from spring until autumn. The wasps you encountered in previous years are unrelated to the ones you're dealing with now.As for claims of "last year's wasps returning," well, that's a topic for another blog post!🙂If you're experiencing a wasp nest in Leeds or suspect you may have one, don't hesitate to Contact me for professional assistance.