Wasp nest

I went up to see the settled swarm at dusk,
Knowing the other world would be ready,
Sure enough,
Two stripey guards on duty there,
Posted by the entrance in the wood
And by gently waving feelers,
They were instantly ready,
No mistaking the threat!
I was well aware,
Yet, who was the subtle one?
Measured by subtlety?

© R Frank Wilson