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Paper wasps, belong to subfamily Polistinae of the Vespidae family, are named for their remarkable ability to create nests using wood pulp. They construct these intricate structures, from a material made by combining their saliva with wood fibers sourced from dead wood, plant stems, and even wooden parts of our homes. Paper wasps demonstrate complex, nurturing behaviors, with queens and workers intensively caring for larvae by providing chewed, protein-rich prey (caterpillars) and protecting the nest. They exhibit \\\"motherly\\\" behaviors
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