Bees
Mid-March to the beginning of July might be when us Texans enjoy our pools and yards again. It's also considered swarming season for bees. Here are some reasons if you and your home find bees colonizing your property often. Bees are attracted to properties that smell like honey. If your property has been infested with beehives before or needed to be removed properly, it can be a breeding ground for bees. The risk of infestation is even more likely if your house is located in a preferred climatic condition or has a good food source nearby.
Wasps
Another of the most common stinging species Texans are familiar with this time frame are wasps. Wasps are known to be more aggressive with bees, considering their ability to sting multiple times. Wasps' diets mainly consist of other insects, and, once they mature, will feed on nectar. They are less effective pollinators than bees due to having less hair and not being able to carry as much pollen from one plant to another.
How to Keep Bees and Wasps Away
Although bees, wasps, and other stunning insects can benefit our ecosystem. It doesn't make them the most pleasant company, especially when hosting outdoor gatherings or their nesting has become overcrowded on your property. Some ways to keep these stinging insects away include using essential oils, wasp traps, insect-repelling plants, and disposing of waste properly.
If your property continues to face a bee or wasp infestation. Call National Pest Control to speak with a Pest Professional today!