What is a Mud Dauber?

Did you know that a single mud dauber can construct up to 25 individual cells within its intricate nest? These remarkable solitary wasps, belonging to either the Sphecidae or Crabronidae families, are master architects and skilled hunters that play a vital role in controlling spider populations across North America. Mud daubers are long, slender wasps…

What is a Mud Dauber?

Did you know that there are over 30,000 species of wasps in the world, each with its own unique characteristics and behaviors? Among these fascinating insects is the mud dauber, a solitary wasp known for its remarkable mud nest construction and spider provisioning habits. Mud daubers, measuring about ¾ to 1 inch in length, are…