Category Archives: Bees

Mosquitoes, Bees, Wasps, and Clovermites -Oh My!

Round 3 of our interview with Pest Control pro Ken Holmes. (parts 1 and 2 can be found here and here.)  Today we’re going to be talking about some common summertime pests, including mosquitoes, bees, and wasps.  For more helpful … Continue reading

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What is a Wasp-Hornet-Yellowjacket-Bee?

One of the most common questions regarding insect classification surrounds the differences between the various stinging wasps and bees. This is a good taxonomic question that gets a bit muddled from the common names that are applied to this diverse group of insects. Continue reading

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How Do You Treat Insect Bites or Stings?

There are many people who are allergic to bee stings and this means they are vulnerable to anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is always the biggest concern with any type of bug bite. This is why you should have a basic idea of how do you treat insect bites and stings. Continue reading

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