Bald-faced Hornet (Dolichovespula maculata)

The Bald-faced Hornet, also called a White-faced Hornet, is a yellowjacket species in North America. It has a black body with white markings on its face, thorax, and abdomen. 

The queens of this species are slightly larger than their counterparts; the workers, drones, and queens all have clear roles in the colony. 

Bald-faced Hornets live in large carton nests made from chewed-up wood pulp and saliva. These nests are often in trees, shrubs, or buildings. 

These hornets are omnivores, eating insects, caterpillars, spiders, nectar, and fruit juice. Unlike many insects, they are active during the day.