Wasps inside my fig?? Humans have eaten 700+ fig varieties since 5000 BC

Blog by Danny Gentile from FigBid.com

Ah, the humble fig! A fruit so delicious it’s been celebrated by ancient civilizations, found in many a holiday dessert, and even makes a great pop song lyric (thanks, “figgy pudding”). But, despite its deliciousness, some people shy away from biting into a fig, haunted by the persistent rumor that there are dead wasps or bees hiding inside, ready to give you an unwanted "extra crunch."

Let’s clear the air — and, no, we’re not here to tell you that biting into a fig means you’re unknowingly munching on insects. However, the fig wasp does exist and plays a crucial (albeit bizarre) role in the life of the fig. Stick with us as we unravel the truth, clear up misconceptions, and share a laugh about one of nature’s weirdest partnerships. 

Meet the Fig Wasp: The World's Smallest Pollinator Matchmaker

First, let’s introduce our misunderstood hero: *Blastophaga psenes*, the fig wasp. Yes, wasps are involved in the fig's life cycle, but they’re not the party guests overstaying their welcome inside your fruit bowl. The fig wasp is tiny — about the size of a sesame seed...

Read the full blog post on Figbid.com.