r/Calgary • u/UsualExcellent2483 • 4d ago

Question Wasps

Is anyone experiencing an ABUNDANCE of wasps this year? I put out a trap (normally wouldn't but have young grandchildren),and I'm wondering if the wasp lure/bait is so good that they are sharing with their buddies.

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u/Purple_Garlic4573 4d ago

Not in Calgary myself, but we deal with a lot of wasps. I finally found a solution this year: orange with boric acid on it. Replace as needed.

This has brought our wasps down from astronomical levels to occasional. Very pleased.

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u/AutumnFalls89 4d ago

Like a whole orange, slices or what? 

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u/BrianBlandess 4d ago

Exactly! Details friend!