Wasps

Localized Reaction Ninety-seven percent of the people that are stung by bees and wasps each year experience a localized reaction.  Though the stings are usually red, [Read More...]

For as long as bees have been stinging humans, victims have devised a myriad of folk remedies to treat the pain and swelling.  Most home remedies are innocuous, but [Read More...]

There are several different types of wasps, including yellow jackets, which are the most common members of the Vespidae family. The life cycle begins with a queen who [Read More...]

Localized Wasp Sting Reaction Most people will experience a localized reaction to a wasp sting, which will include redness and swelling. The pain will usually subside within [Read More...]

Identifying the differences between wasps and hornets must begin with, firstly, an understanding of the differences between bees and wasps. Wasps play a much more minor role [Read More...]

The treatment for a wasp sting will depend on the victim’s reaction to the venom. Young children, the elderly, and those who are already weak or ill are the most [Read More...]

Wasps are often misidentified as bees. The easiest way to identify a wasp correctly is to look for these basic characteristics: Two pairs of wings Stinger (only in females) [Read More...]

Wasps are aggressive insects that like to build nests near people and can be a major nuisance if left unchecked. Fortunately, getting rid of wasps on your properly is a [Read More...]

Wasps live in nests constructed of different materials depending on the species. More Info: The typical home of the wasp is known as a “nest”, not to be confused [Read More...]