Hummingbirds and Wasps (1 Viewer)

[Susan C]

I have lots of yellowjackets in my yard this summer, and have not seen many hummingbirds. I usually get a few Rubythroats, especially now that they are beginning migration. There is actually a wasp nest under the tube baffle that covers the pole for the feeders. Will they be enough of a threat to keep the hummers away? I don't want to be spraying the nest with pesticides however, so have put up a couple of hanging wasp catchers in the area.
Any thoughts?
Thanks - Susan C

 

[amkid247]

knock it down, and then makesure that they dont rebuild it there...

 

[J Huff]

Hi,

I know it is a little scary but I would remove the nest as well. If the yellow jackets are attracted to the nectar, try using a dish feeder. Their tongues are not long enough to reach the food. If there is no food for them maybe they will move on to another food source.

John

 

[Susan C]

Thanks for your suggestions - I was afraid of that! Anyone have a safe way of removing wasp nests - can it be done at night when they are sleeping?!

 

[amkid247]

yea when they are sleeping u could knock it down with a stick, or i suggest using a hose and squirting them down. but u might want to be careful either way, idk if they will come after u at night if they get mad enough...