Summer Sunshine… and Swarming Insects
Living on a small farm, I’ve never seen so many bees, mosquitoes, and flies. But wasps are the ones I try hardest to avoid—they sting, and I’m mildly allergic. Naturally, your friendly neighborhood mail carrier also wants to stay clear of these stingers.
Why Wasps Love Mailboxes
According to a Reddit post from a mail carrier, wasps—especially yellowjackets—often build nests inside mailboxes. Mailboxes offer a cozy, safe, and sheltered space. Even when daytime temperatures soar, evenings can still be chilly. Wasps find the mailbox interior the perfect refuge.

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