As summer begins winding down in the northern hemisphere, there is the United Kingdom which will be very happy to see cooler temperatures return. This summer, the U.K. was a severe giant wasp problem. It might not seem like that big of a deal, but for those who are caught in the middle, it's pretty terrifying and painful.
The wasp problem actually started in winter.
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Another mild winter in the UK meant that there were many food and equipment available for the German giant wasps, which are twice the size of the yellow jackets. With all this raw material, giant wasps have a jump on their nest building and the breeding season.
However, now that their offspring have hatched much earlier than usual, these giant wasps are bored, stuck in overcrowded nests, and drank.
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We be literal : German giant wasps are drunk most of the time.
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These wasps feed mainly on fruits. However, currently most fresh fruits disappeared, leaving just rot, fermented substance for them to eat.
So what is the result of these wasps in drunken anger? Well, they tingle people in record numbers in the UK
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the situation has become so serious there is now a website wasp Watch monitors the wasp activity.
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A tips Web site lists is " [try] put your fear into perspective. the wasps are not life threatening for most people. " it would be comforting if it does not mention the " most people. "
(via Mysterious Universe)
If you are living in the UK, bolt your windows and lock your doors until winter And whatever you do, do not go outside with food & mdash;. unless you like wasp stings, of course
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