Tag: beneficial insects

Are Paper Wasps Beneficial in the Garden?

paper wasp building nest

Paper wasps are beneficial insects that are a natural part of the native ecosystem and play an important role in pollination and pest population control. Paper Wasp Identification There are many species of paper wasps worldwide, so they do vary in appearance, but the distinctive […]

How to Recognise Praying Mantis Eggs

Praying mantises are beneficial predators in your garden. They eat other insects and help keep pest insect populations down. It’s important to recognise their eggs so you don’t accidentally damage them. That way, you’ll be rewarded with a garden full of little praying mantis nymphs […]