BEES - WASPS - HORNETS
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 • Bees •
Carpenter Bee: Carpenter bees resemble
large bumblebees, but have very different nesting behavior. They dig out
long tunnels into wood, then drive further into wood cells to lay their
eggs. Common nesting sites include siding, eves, wooden sills, doors, telephone
poles, fence railings or posts, and even lawn furniture. Treatment requires
a thorough dusting of the entry holes and tunnels.
Bumble Bee: Bumblebees are social insects that generally nest underground in abandoned mouse barrows, piles of grass or leaves, or stones and logs. They seldom become a problem unless the nest is located near a sidewalk or building where they can come in contact with people or pets. Whenever the nest is threatened, bumblebees will go on the defensive and attack and sting the intruder. Dusting the nest through its opening will solve any bumblebee problems.
Honeybee: Honeybees are considered a beneficial species and we recommend contacting a beekeeper to solve any problems.
• Wasps •
Paper Wasps: Paper Wasps build simple nests consisting of one layer, open faced cells facing downward. They are usually suspended beneath horizontal surfaces such as eves of houses, window ledges, or porch roofs. The nest is about 6-8 inches in diameter and can house 100-200 wasps at any one time. Treatment calls for directly spraying or dusting the nest.
Cicada Killer Wasps: Cicada killer wasps are a large insect, up to two inches long with a black body marked with yellow. The female can excavate a large burrow in the ground, or in flowerbeds. Sometimes, the burrowing takes place between patio blocks, which can cause some minor damage. These wasps can be intimidating but will only sting if handled. Treatment requires dusting all individual holes that the wasps make.
• Hornets •
Bald-Faced Hornet: The Bald-Faced Hornet has a black body with white markings. Their nests, which resemble a bloated soccer ball, are usually found hanging from tree limbs or bushes, and have a single opening at the lower point of the nest. This species is among the most aggressive and will pursue and sting an invader repeatedly in defense of the nest. It is best to stay away from these hornets and allow a professional to eliminate the problem. The nest has to be dusted through the bottom opening.
Yellow Jackets: This species typically
builds their nest underground in abandoned mammal burrows. However, many
times they will nest in the voids of concrete block foundations, below railroad
ties used for landscaping, in stonewalls, wall voids, or attics and crawl
spaces. They become a nuisance especially in warm weather months when they
show up uninvited to picnic areas, parks, and patios. They seek out sources
of sugars and other carbohydrates that can be found in beer, fruit, and
sweet beverages. Treatment must be directly applied to the nest by dusting
through ground openings or into a hole or crack on the exterior of the building.
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