Wasps Vanishing Due to Weird Weather | Science News

This summer, the UK is experiencing an eerie silence where wasps used to buzz—scientists blame erratic weather, from brutal heatwaves to sudden cold snaps, which likely wiped out early queen colonies. With fewer wasps around, ecosystems may suffer: they’re vital for pest control, pollination, and decomposition. The few wasps you spot now are smaller than usual, hinting at climate change’s real-time impact on insect size. If you see one near your picnic, don’t swat—it might be starving. Your sightings could help scientists track this unfolding mystery. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/efb6c3eae96843b9