Bees, such as honeybees, bumblebees, and many of the native bees are critically important to most crops. Without bees, much of the food we eat would disappear. This is why bees making the endangered species list for the first time in the United States is so critically important. What Do Bees Do for Mankind? Bees are pollinating insects, which means … Read More
Seven Species of Bees Officially Declared On US Endangered Species List
Bumble Bees, A Special Concern For Texas Endangered Species Conservation Up until 2008, the European decline in bumble bee species remained distant to US concerns. For the most part, our national leaders considered local reports of such decline as unreliable and unscientific personal opinions. By the time researchers from the University of Illinois actually engaged in serious assessment of the … Read More
How to Tell the Difference Between Wasps and Bees
Wasps and Bees Wasps and bees. The words alone are enough to send some people into a panic, but usually these insects mind their own business unless a nest is near or they are disturbed. Although bees and wasps all sting to some extent, there are some important differences. Bees There are several varieties of bees in the Southwestern United … Read More
Bees and Wasps Found in Public Glendale Park
Manistee Ranch Park in Glendale, AZ was closed from Wednesday, July 13, 2016 until Friday, July 15, 2016 to remove multiple wasp’s nests and beehives. The nests and hives were discovered during a routine tree trimming. No residents or maintenance individuals were harmed or endangered during the removal. Both yellow jacket and black wasps were found in the area. A … Read More
Wasp and Bee Differences
At first glance, wasps and bees can look identical (especially if you’re swatting at them frantically while running away, screaming.) But, learning what characteristics differentiate these insects from one another can make it easier to tell them apart. Wasps and Bees Have Different Body Characteristics Wasps and bees share the characteristic black and yellow body colorings, which makes them look … Read More
Identifying the Differences Between Bees and Wasps
Insects and their nests are often points of concern for homeowners. Many people see bees and wasps as pests that must be eliminated, but it’s likely they won’t hurt you unless you’re working near their nest. Bees are actually very important to the ecosystem since they pollinate flowers and ensure the plants’ survival, not to mention the honey they give us. Wasps and … Read More
What To Do If A Swarm of Stinging Insects Attacks
There are few things more frightening than being near a swarm of flying insects. Whether bees, yellow jackets, or even mosquitoes, no one wants to get caught up in a swarm. It’s one thing to come across one bee, or one mosquito – it’s annoying, but not life threatening. What do you do though, when it’s hundreds or thousands of … Read More
What should you do when you encounter wasps and bees?
Different species have different habits, so it is important to identify the type of species before taking any action. Honey Bees, for example, will build their nests in walls and can do a lot of structural damage to a home. And unlike other species, their colonies last year round. This means you need to be vigilant in checking for them … Read More
Top Pests We Deal With Each Summer
We all deal with pests, no matter where in the southwest we live. From west to east, the pests are different, but the aggravation is the same! Here are some of the top pests we all deal with each summer. Salt Lake City: Bees Bees are such a problem in Salt Lake City that they actually have a minor league baseball … Read More
Protecting Your Home From Bees Without Harming Them
Honeybees serve an important purpose in nature. However, people can put themselves and others in danger when trying to remove bees. An untrained individual should never attempt to remove a beehive. Learn Arizona beekeeping requirements and how to remove bees without harming them. Arizona Regulations Arizona specifically requires strict guidelines for the keeping of bees. Although some rules vary from one city … Read More
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