It’s home to the seventh-largest insect collection in North America. Advertisement. Advertisement. ... There are roughly 300 species of solitary wasps in California, she added.

They even recovered wasps, meaning the wasps were persisting in the new environment. The fly's reproductive ability is its biggest threat — adult females can lay up to 600 eggs in their lifetime ...

Hornets are flying insects that feed on bugs. True hornets are less aggressive than some wasp species, but they can still be a nuisance and are dangerous for some people.

Cicada killer wasps are one of the largest wasp species in the U.S., measuring up to 1.5 inches in length. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Cicadas, meet your match.

What kind of wasps live in California? California is home to a variety of wasp species. Some of the most common types include: Yellowjackets: These wasps are more aggressive and can be a nuisance ...