If you had to run it down, do you know the differences for a hornet vs. wasp? As summer approaches and temperatures rise, so does the number of winged visitors buzzing around your yard. While they may ...

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show hornets, wasps and bees have killed more people every year for the last five reported years. The new statistics were published Friday.

Despite the glorious arrival of summer, there’s definitely a sting in the season’s tail – quite literally. Even in the UK, it’s not just sunburn we need to watch out for. From nettles to jellyfish, ...

People often compare sting stories because these encounters leave a vivid memory. A small insect can create a sharp jolt, and the discomfort varies from quick irritation to hours of throbbing pain.

Bee stings are not just a painful inconvenience; they are the result of a highly evolved biological defense mechanism. When a bee stings, it injects venom, which contains a complex mixture of proteins ...

However, some animals have no fear of a hornet’s stinger. What’s more, certain birds and spiders willingly seek the insects ...

Being outside in spring and summer is terrific, but it does come with the risk of bee and wasp stings. It is important to know how to treat stings, what to watch for, and even better, steps you can ...

Ouch! Have you taken a walk outside and gotten a surprise sting from an unfriendly flying critter? From Yellow Jackets to Mud Daubers, these pesky insects can’t go unnoticed, no matter if you’re ...