What damage can cicada killer wasps cause to a lawn?

Cicada killer wasps can indeed cause only minor damage to a lawn by digging holes. These wasps create burrows in the ground as part of their nesting behavior. The holes they dig can be unsightly and may disturb the turf in a localized area, but they do not typically harm the overall health of the grass or lead to widespread damage. The presence of these wasps indicates that they are hunting cicadas, which are their primary food source for larval development, but they themselves do not feed on grass or live plant material, reducing the potential for serious harm to the turf. Understanding their behavior helps in managing expectations for lawn care during cicada season.