Wasps are very important pollinators. ... Wasps look like bees, but are generally not covered with fuzzy hairs. As a result, they are much less efficient in pollinating flowers, because pollen is less likely to stick to their bodies and to be moved from flower to flower.

Are wasps good for anything?

Just like bees, wasps are among the most ecologically important organisms for humanity: They pollinate our flowers and food crops. But beyond bees, wasps also regulate populations of crop pests such as caterpillars and whiteflies, contributing to global food security.

Should we kill wasps?

Don't kill wasps even if they ruin your picnic - they're just as important as bees, scientists warn. Wasps are being wiped out as quickly as bees - and their disappearance will be just as disastrous, according to new research. ... 'But human-wasp interactions are often unpleasant as they ruin picnics and nest in our homes.