Cape Town has declared war on two aggressive and venomous invasive wasp species by doubling the number of teams assigned to combat them.
A “significant increase” in calls for help means the four teams assigned to removing wasps will be doubled by Friday, the city said in a statement on Tuesday.
“Known for their aggressive behaviour and venomous sting, these invasive wasps frequently spoil outdoor activities and are harmful to our natural ecosystems,” said the statement.“The predatory success of these invasive wasps is often attributed to their adaptive behaviour, together with their cognitive abilities. They locate food sources and prey using their visual, auditory, and olfactory senses, and can learn to follow pheromone scents to find prey.
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