<P> Mud dauber ( or `` mud wasp '' ) is a name commonly applied to a number of wasps from either the family Sphecidae or Crabronidae that build their nests from mud . Mud daubers belong to different families and are variable in appearance . Most resemble long , slender wasps about 1 - inch ( 25 mm ) in length . The name refers to the nests that are made by the female wasps , which consist of mud molded into place by the wasp 's mandibles . Mud daubers are not normally aggressive , but can become belligerent when threatened . Stings are uncommon . </P>
<P> Mud dauber ( or `` mud wasp '' ) is a name commonly applied to a number of wasps from either the family Sphecidae or Crabronidae that build their nests from mud . Mud daubers belong to different families and are variable in appearance . Most resemble long , slender wasps about 1 - inch ( 25 mm ) in length . The name refers to the nests that are made by the female wasps , which consist of mud molded into place by the wasp 's mandibles . Mud daubers are not normally aggressive , but can become belligerent when threatened . Stings are uncommon . </P>
what kind of bug makes a mud nest
what kind of bug makes a mud nest
wasps from either the family Sphecidae or Crabronidae that build their nests from mud
wasps from either the family Sphecidae or Crabronidae that build their nests from mud