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Polistes
Research discovered paper wasps have face recognition abilities comparable to humans. They generally only attack if they themselves or their nest are threatened; their stings are quite painful and can produce a potentially fatal anaphylactic reaction in some individuals.
Mason Farm Biological Reserve
Spotted on Aug 2, 2012
Submitted on Sep 4, 2012
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Thank you, maggie3!