What kind of wasps are in the Lowcountry and how can you avoid stings? Here's what to know about these pesky summer insects.

Hornets are wasps, but not every wasp is a hornet. They do have a few distinctive behaviors, like building large, cone- or egg-shaped nests. You really should not mess with them and if you find a ...

Unlike yellow jackets, bald-faced hornets and paper wasps, bees do not die in the winter, and typically stay alive by staying inside their hive and feeding on honey created throughout the year.

Using unconventional methods, the researchers showed just how good birds are at distinguishing wasp mimics from the real ...

Wasps need food and water sources as well as nesting sites to thrive. Learn what you may be doing to attract wasps to your ...

With summer comes warm weather, beach trips and those pesky flying insects that can cause a lot of problems. Hornets, wasps and bees can cause damage, create nests and swarm residents and pets ...

Hornets and bees are both feared insects for their painful stings. Both are quick-flying, hive-building insects that work ...

Just like the wasps mentioned above, a bald-faced hornet sting will cause itching, swelling and a burning sensation for about 24 hours. However, bald-faced hornets aren’t simply large, angry ...

In late summer, we often see bees, hornets and wasps and their nests. Let’s look at some you’re likely to see in and around your backyard. Honeybees are about 5/8 of an inch long, ...

Most wasps and hornets like sweet plants and foods. Having peppermint oil around or using vinegar to clean will help repel them. Sealing off any entry points that could be used by wasps or hornets.

Unlike yellow jackets, bald-faced hornets and paper wasps, bees do not die in the winter, and typically stay alive by staying inside their hive and feeding on honey created throughout the year.