<P> D. maculata create egg - shaped, paper nests up to 360 millimetres (14 in) in diameter and 580 millimetres (23 in) in length . Nests are layered hexagonal combs covered by a mottled gray paper envelope . Bald - faced Hornets create this paper envelope by collecting and chewing naturally occurring fibers . The wood fiber mixes with their saliva to become a pulpy substance that they can then form into place . </P> <Ul> <Li> <P> Nest attached to a tree branch . </P> </Li> <Li> <P> Inside the paper covering of a bald - faced hornet nest are several suspended combs containing chambers for larvae </P> </Li> <Li> <P> This view, with paper outer wall removed, shows the final, small comb that hangs at the bottom . </P> </Li> </Ul> <Li> <P> Nest attached to a tree branch . </P> </Li> <P> Nest attached to a tree branch . </P>

Where do bald faced hornets go in the winter