The
Norwegian wasp (
Dolichovespula norwegica) is a species of
eusocial wasp. It is common in
Scotland and can also be found in areas in
Britain and
Ireland. Often known for being a tree wasp, it nests in low branches and bushes and feeds on insects. It also obtains nectar from
blueberry and
snowberry flowers. Although
Dolichovespula norwegica were rarely considered as pests in the past, a few cases of pest problems relating to
D. norwegica have been reported multiple times. The species is not endangered.