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WHO BRINGS THE
STING?
HONEY BEE Thin body shape with little hairs Legs usually hidden when flying Live in large colonies in hives managed by beekeepers, or in hollow spaces Feed on pollen & nectar
THREAT LEVEL: LOW Unlikely to sting (even swarms are docile) & can only sting once
BUMBLE BEE THREAT LEVEL: LOW Will defend nest, but not as aggressive as yellow jackets, wasps, or hornets
Big, round, & fuzzy Legs hang down when flying Live in small colonies usually in the ground & will die out during winter months Feed on pollen and nectar
YELLOW JACKET Distinctive yellow & black striped pattern; appear shiny Often refer to as "ground bees" Nests can contain 1000-2000 adults
THREAT LEVEL: HIGH Attacks rapidly & aggressively, & can sting repeatedly
BALD-FACED HORNET THREAT LEVEL: HIGH Very aggressive
Black & white coloring; appear shiny Feed on other insects (e.g., aphids & caterpillars) Create nests by collecting and chewing naturally occurring fibers Nests average 300 - 500 individuals
PAPER WASP Long, skinny wasps Long legs that hang down while in flight Feed on other insects (e.g., aphids & caterpillars) Build upside down umbrella nests anywhere that offers protection from the elements
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THREAT LEVEL: MEDIUM Prone to sting when someone is near nest