Britain faces a significant surge in wasp populations and nest sizes, attributed to unseasonably warm spring temperatures. Early emergence from hibernation has allowed wasps to grow larger nests than in previous years, with some reaching sizes comparable to space hoppers. Pest control expert Andrew Dellbridge warns of increased aggression in wasps earlier in the season, predicting a wave of massive nests and heightened aggressive behavior as summer progresses. Wasps are known to destroy materials like plasterboard and wood to expand their nests, leading to potential damage in homes.
Andrew Dellbridge reported that scorching spring temperatures led to wasps coming out of hibernation early, resulting in larger nests this year than last, with sizes comparable to space hoppers.
The increased warmth has contributed to a population explosion among wasps in Britain. Dellbridge anticipates a surge of huge nests before winter.
Aggressive behavior in wasps usually peaks in late summer, but Dellbridge predicts this behavior may ramp up earlier than usual due to heightened activity.
Wasps have been known to chew through various building materials, such as plasterboard and wood, to accommodate their growing nests.
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