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Understanding Augochlora Sweat Bee Stings

Augochlora sweat bees are a type of solitary bee that can occasionally sting humans when disturbed. Their attraction to salt and sweat means they may land on skin increasing chances of getting stung. While rare Augochlora stings can cause reactions ranging from mild to potentially severe. About Augochlora Sweat Bees Augochlora bees are a genus … Read more

Are Blue Bees Dangerous?

A species of blue bee called the calamintha bee has been seen in Florida for the first time since 2016. The metallic insect was found again in March by Chase Kimmel, a postdoctoral researcher at the Florida Museum of Natural History (FMNH). “That first moment when we saw the bee in the field was really … Read more

Professional Bee Removal Services in Palm Springs, California

At Killer Bee Pest Control Inc. , we specialize in bee removal service and preventative beekeeping. As a well-known beekeeping company in Palm Desert, CA, our beekeepers are proud to serve the community as the best at getting rid of honeybees and killer bees. Since 1999, homeowners, realtors, HOAs and commercial property managers have turned … Read more

The Fascinating Red Belted Bumble Bee

The red belted bumble bee (Bombus rufocinctus) is a truly remarkable insect With its striking coloration and important role as a pollinator, this species deserves appreciation. In this article, we’ll explore some key facts about the natural history and ecology of the red belted bumble bee Identification The red belted bumble bee can be identified … Read more

The Curious Case of Bees Defying Physics to Fly

Bee Movie has quite the cult following. There are a lot of YouTube videos about it, like “The Bee Movie: But Every Time They Say Bee, It Speeds Up.” ” Someone loves the film so much that they watched it on Netflix 357 times in 2017. Advertisement. Its a nice idea, but in reality bees … Read more

How to Get Rid of Ants Without Harming Bees

There’s no doubt that the current concern for bees doesn’t always extend to other insect and invertebrate species! So, one question I get asked a lot is how to get rid of bugs like wasps and ants without hurting bees, and if it’s possible to buy an ant killer or wasp poison that won’t hurt … Read more

How to Get Rid of Africanized Honey Bees

Africanized honey bees, also known as “killer bees”, are an invasive species that can be extremely aggressive and dangerous if provoked. Originally from Africa, they were introduced to Brazil in the 1950s and have since spread northward into the southern United States. While not yet established in all states, their proliferation is concerning for homeowners, … Read more