Common Stinging Insects and How to Avoid Them
Learn about the different stinging insects found in South Carolina, including #bees, #wasps, #hornets, and #yellowjackets, and the potential dangers they pose. Discover tips on how to keep these pests away from your property to avoid painful stings and severe allergic reactions. Gain insights into the social behaviors and nest building habits of yellow jackets and wasps to better understand their territorial nature and why they will readily sting if threatened. Stay informed and stay safe with these helpful insights on South Carolina’s stinging insects.
#YellowJackets are social insects that form #colonies with up to 4,000 members. They’re #scavengers and are drawn to sugary and protein-rich substances, making them likely guests at your summer BBQ. These stinging insects construct papier-mâché style nests close to the ground and are fiercely #territorial, with the ability to sting multiple times.
#Wasps are a diverse group of stinging insects with hundreds of different species worldwide. The term “wasp” is a broad name that encompasses various types of stinging insects, including at least 22 types of paper wasps. They construct umbrella-shaped, flaky-looking nests in the spring that can be found hanging from porch ceilings, tree branches, and other covered areas. One nest can be used by multiple generations, with the queen residing in the nest to raise her eggs. Due to the nest’s importance for the colony, paper wasps will sting if their nest is threatened.
