Wasps' Faces (IMAGE) University of Michigan Caption Paper wasps (Polistes fuscatus) have highly individual facial markings, which they use to recognize one another. New research at the University of Michigan shows that the wasps benefit not only by being able to recognize others, but also by being recognizable themselves. Credit Michael J. Sheehan Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.