09/10/2026
Yellow jackets are at their most aggressive in September and here is why. π
By late summer, yellow jacket colonies have reached their largest size of the year. But here is what makes September especially dangerous: their natural food sources are dwindling. That means they are hungrier, more territorial, and far more likely to sting with little provocation.
Things that attract yellow jackets in September:
π Outdoor food and drinks at cookouts
π Overripe or fallen fruit in the yard
ποΈ Uncovered trash cans
πΏ Undisturbed nests near decks, eaves, or in the ground
If you have a nest on your property, now is not the time to try to handle it yourself. Call Clint Miller Exterminating and let us remove it safely. π 704-436-6607