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No, you’re not imagining it – more wasps may be invading your garden

14 July 2025

“This is a critical time for wasp colony founding when the lone foundress queen, who has emerged from hibernation, builds a nest and raises her first brood alone,” said Professor Seirian Sumner (UCL Biosciences) on the prevalence of wasps this time of year.

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