| Honeybees |
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(Length: 1/2")
These "hairy" bees have yellow and dark brown coloring
and thick bodies. They are not aggressive and will leave people alone
if not provoked, but they are defensive and will attack anything
that threatens the colony or individual. They forage on pollen and
nectar from which they produce honey to feed the colony. Honeybees
usually nest inside cavities in trees, but will also nest in gaps
beneath rock formations. Their stings can be painful and can cause
a serious reaction (anaphylactic shock) to allergic individuals. |
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| Paper Wasps |
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(Length: 1/2 - 3/4")
Can be found in a variety of colors from reddish brown to dark red
to orange with varying bright stripes of yellow and red. Paper
wasps are predators and feed on insects, spiders and caterpillars.
They build nests of paper-like cells that are usually attached
to the underside of a support (i.e. an eave, window, etc.) and
hang down. They are very protective of their nests and will defend
against invaders with a painful sting. |
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| Yellow Jackets |
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(Length: 5/8" – 1")
Often confused with honey bees due to their yellow and black markings,
they can be distinguished from bees by their thin waists. Yellow
jackets are social insects and will aggressively defend their nests,
which are typically located in the ground. They prey on a variety
of insects, and also forage on foods people eat, especially sweets
and meat. Their stings can be painful and can cause a serious reaction
to allergic individuals. |
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