Bees and wasps are common insects whose stings are not only poisonous, but the most likely to cause medical problems if there is an allergic reaction to the venomous sting. More people die of bee and wasp stings every year than from snake or spider bites. A single bee or wasp sting hurts when it ...
Removing a wasp nest can be an intimidating task. If it seems to scary then there are pest removal companies that can be hired to do it for you. Also, if you have an allergy to wasp stings it is a good idea to avoid removing wasp nests yourself. If you do decided to remove ...
Of all the insects around, bees and wasps are probably the most annoying for picnickers and barbeque enthusiasts. These tiny flying bugs are vital to the environment, but can certainly cast a shadow over any outdoor activity. Wasps tend to be more aggressive than bees and while they are just doing what comes naturally, seeking ...
Removing a bee hive in your yard or house can be darn right dangerous if you don’t know what you are doing. There are some important steps to take before even considering taking on this endeavor. First thing you want to assess is what types of bees are taking up residence in the encroaching hive. ...
Starlings, Red-winged BlackBirds, and Woodpeckers all have one thing in common. They all eat pests that you may not want in your backyard ! Pest control is something most folks feel they could use a little help with, thankfully, that help is available for a fairly small price from nature itself. Inviting insect eating birds ...
For those of us who live in older homes, finding pests indoors is pretty routine. Most of these unwelcome visitors can be dealt with swiftly by using a rolled up newspaper or the bottoms of our shoes, most that is except wasps and yellow jackets. These invasive pests will attack when provoked and are amazingly ...
A few weeks ago I destroyed a nest of German wasps that I found in my garden. It was a relatively simple procedure and cost me less than $4. The article explains what I did, and may help you decide how to deal with a nest that you find. As with all insects, wasps play ...
The velvet ant (insect family Mutillidae) or cow killer is a unique insect that can be found in Florida. It is called a velvet ant because of the silky-looking hair that covers its body. This vividly colored coat is usually in shades of red to orange with black stripes. The other common name, cow killer, ...
Bees, wasps and hornets all belong to the insect order Hymenoptera, and can all give us nasty stings. Here is how they differ, and tips on how to properly remove stingers. In winter, it is easy to forget that the approaching warm season brings both balmy weather as well as biting and stinging insects. Many ...
Wasps are a pest of insurmountable proportion. This is especially true if you or any of your family is allergic to bees. The wasps carry the same poison as the bees, but they can sting you as many times as they want. For those unfortunate people who are afflicted with this problem, the sight of ...
