See a Man Soak a Giant Wasp Nest, Then Take Out His Badminton Racket

No one wants a large, populated wasp nest outside their door or in their yard. However, this insect will commonly build its home in such inconvenient locations. 

A recent video went viral for its hilarious display of a man soaking a wasp nest using a garden hose. Apparently, if you stand between 5 to 10 feet away while spraying, they won’t associate you with the nest’s destruction, meaning they likely won’t attack you. 

You can watch the video at the end of this article.

What Is a Wasp?

A wasp is a type of insect with slender, smooth bodies, long wings, and the ability to sting. There are various types of wasps, some common ones being yellow jackets and hornets. Many people confuse wasps with bees, but bees tend to be rounder, furrier, and gentle in nature. Additionally, bees are the ones that pollinate our plants and eat pollen and nectar, while wasps tend to feed on human food and other insects. 

The specific type of wasp in this video is called a hornet. Hornets are known to be the largest species of wasps and appear similar to yellow jackets. In fact, hornets can grow to over 2 inches in size.

Are Wasps Aggressive?

A common misconception about wasps is that they’re aggressive insects. However, they’re actually quite peaceful and solitary creatures. 

Wasps typically only attack or sting if you go near their nests, as they can be territorial. Otherwise, they usually won’t seek you out (though they might hang out around your food, which can make them appear aggressive if you’re trying to eat outdoors!)

How Do You Remove a Wasp Nest? 

Most experts will recommend you hire a professional to remove your wasp nest for you, as doing it yourself can be dangerous. However, many people will still take matters into their own hands by using wasp killer spray or covering the nest with a plastic bag before detaching it from its location. 

While the video linked below shows effective wasp removal, spraying a wasp nest with water isn’t the only method. In fact, this can actually be a dangerous way to remove a wasp nest. If you’re not careful, wasps might fly out of the nest and attack you (as mentioned earlier, they’re territorial creatures!

Watch the Bizzare Footage

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