Re: How do wasps/stinging insects see

Hi Drew:

Wasps and bees (family Hymenoptera) do have chemosensors on their antennae that are capable of detecting CO₂. They also usually have large, well developed compound eyes, and pretty good vision - so while can "smell" the CO₂ you emit, they can also track you visually without any problems. I'd say that the best strategy to employ after disturbing a nest is still to run as fast as you can!

Hope that helps,
Rob Campbell, MAD Scientist