Bees and Wasps

| Some Local Species: |
Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa spp.)
Honey Bee (Apis mellifera Linnaeus)
Hornet (Vespa spp.)
Paper Wasp (Polistes spp.)
Yellowjacket (Vespula & Dolichovespula spp.)
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| Pest Because: |
Occasionally invade homes. Most species will sting humans,
some quite painfully. These stings can be dangerous, even
life-threatening, in large numbers or to people with allergic
reactions. Some species can be very agressive. |
| What You Can Do: |
Extreme caution is needed when removing a nest.
Please do not attempt to eradicate a nest without professional
help. "Bee traps", especially effective against yellow
jackets, can be purchased at your local hardware store.
Under no circumstances should you kill a wasp, yellowjacket, or
hornet near the nest! Many species release a pheromone
when killed that alerts the entire nest and causes them to
attack. |
| Our Treatment: |
Whenever possible, we will work with a professional beekeeper to
remove and relocate a nest of honeybees. Other species are
dealt with on a case-by-case basis. |

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