Abstract: Wasps are rich in species, and have nutritive value and medicinal value,therefore they are precious resources worth utilizing and studying. However, when these wasps are frightened, they will attack their target in groups, and the components of their venom are rich and have a high toxicity. If wasps attack humans or animals, they will bring more harm than bees, so the scientific and effective controlling wasps should be research hotspots. The species, resource value and harm of wasps are summarized in this article. Besides, the research problems of wasps are analyzed, and the research directions of wasps are put forward.