Wasp
Wasp
Wasp (/wɒsp/ or /wɔːsp/) is a term broadly used to describe a variety of insects within the order Hymenoptera and suborder Apocrita. The term is derived from the Old English wæsp and the Proto-Germanic *wapsa.
Description
Wasps are recognized for their slender bodies, narrow waist (known as a petiole), and a stinger that can be used for hunting or self-defense. They are predominantly omnivorous, feeding on a variety of food sources such as nectar, pollen, and other insects.
Types of Wasps
There are several types of wasps, including solitary wasps, parasitic wasps, and social wasps. Solitary wasps live alone and do not form colonies, while parasitic wasps lay their eggs inside or on other insects. Social wasps, on the other hand, live in large colonies.
Medical Significance
Wasps are medically significant due to their ability to sting humans, which can cause pain, swelling, and in rare cases, severe allergic reactions known as anaphylaxis. Treatment for wasp stings often includes pain relief, reducing swelling, and in severe cases, emergency medical treatment.
Related Terms
- Hymenoptera: The order of insects that wasps belong to.
- Apocrita: The suborder of insects that wasps belong to.
- Petiole: The narrow waist of a wasp.
- Solitary wasps: A type of wasp that lives alone and does not form colonies.
- Parasitic wasps: A type of wasp that lays its eggs inside or on other insects.
- Social wasps: A type of wasp that lives in large colonies.
- Anaphylaxis: A severe allergic reaction that can be caused by a wasp sting.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wasp
- Wikipedia's article - Wasp
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