Wasps in Gerringong are eating native caterpillars: local beekeeper

Rebecca Fist
Updated February 4 2019 - 3:11pm, first published 2:30pm
INVASION ALERT: Dr Michael Hindmarsh of Rose Valley concerned to find Chinese paper wasps and part of their nest in Belinda Street, Gerringong. Picture: Rebecca Fist
INVASION ALERT: Dr Michael Hindmarsh of Rose Valley concerned to find Chinese paper wasps and part of their nest in Belinda Street, Gerringong. Picture: Rebecca Fist

An invasive wasp species has descended on Gerringong, posing a threat to butterflies – the most crucial pollinators aside from bees.

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Rebecca Fist

Rebecca Fist

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