Solved Insect home I.D

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    Ive just spotted this globe home in my greenhouse but ive no idea what has made it, anyone seen one before please, thank you x IMG_20200502_121257.jpg IMG_20200502_121411.jpg
     
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    Wasp

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      Is it going to get bigger then? :yikes: x
       
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      Probably a Solitary Wasp
       
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      Most wasps nests are only used the one season.....just enough to scare the bejeezus out of you when you find it:yikes:
       
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        Wasps made a nest in the bird house last yr,itd fell upside down so it was vacant,i left them too it,quite amazing how they build it :) but i dont want one in my greenhouse :heehee:
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        Permethrin powder (all different makes) comes in a plastic puffer bottle and will get rid of them. You need the door open and to be able to run fast!
         
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          They hate a wet nest.
          Wait until night time and they are all home and asleep.....then just spray with a hose.
          When wet they cannot chase you.
          When dark they cannot see you.
           
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            Me being me ive left the greenhouse door open ajar over night so it could get in :heehee: but if it gets bigger its going! x
             
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            But they know where you live!:nervous:
             
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