eWasps around camping & picnic sites

Get to know the European wasp around camping & picnic sites!

European wasps (eWasp) are attracted to meat, fruit, sugary foods and drinks. eWasp nests will mainly be found in a hole in the ground around river banks or creek lines. eWasps look for protein in the form of meat and also look for sugars (carbohydrates) in soft drinks.

Do not disturb or play around eWasp nests!
Stay clear and report all eWasp nests to the eWasp Hotline.
“When a nest is disturbed, eWasps emit an alarm pheromone summoning the rest of the colony to defend the nest”

Precautions against the European Wasp

Cover all food during BBQs or picnics.
Clean all dishes and barbecue plates after eating and immediately put rubbish bags in secured bins or vehicles.
Place all left over food in sealed containers.
Do not leave fruit lying around, make sure they are in sealed bags/containers.
Rubbish and left over food will attract wildlife and eWasps.
Do not hang rubbish bags from trees or tent poles.
When fishing, keep fish and bait in sealed containers and/or in your vehicle.
Make sure your tent is closed/zipped up to ensure no eWasps fly in looking for food.
Do not leave soft drinks, beer or wine open and unattended. Ensure all lids are on bottles and use a straw to drink from soft drink cans. eWasp are known to crawl into soft drink cans, and without knowing it, can sting you in the mouth and throat when taking a sip/drink.

First Aid

Use a cold pack to reduce swelling and pain.
Use pain-relieving medication and creams.
If there is evidence of a more severe reaction or the sting victim is known to be allergic to wasp and bee venom, seek immediate medical attention.
Warn other visitor’s/campers of the eWasp presence in the area.
Be eWasp aware, no matter where you camp.

Report eWasp nests to the eWasp Hotline.
eWasp Hotline: 026258 5551,
eWasp Mobile App available free in both the App & Google Play Stores or
email info@ewasp.com.au