Wiping out wasps a home and away issueSTUFF Watch our guide to wiping out paper waspsBiosecurity officer Robin Van Zoelen has encountered his fair share of wasps – and the accompanying stings – throughout his career. Of the most regular varieties to be seen around the Nelson region, the Asian paper wasp is identifiable by its yellow and black colouring, while the Australian paper wasp has a red and brown colouring. A European paper wasp species emerged seven years ago in NZ and was confirmed in the top of the south two summers ago. The Wasp Wipeout campaign aims to help reduce and control wasp populations in some of our most popular recreational areas. However, Van Zoelen said some good timing and preparation at home could prevent the paper wasp species from spreading.

Source: Stuff January 04, 2018 16:52 UTC