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| The venom of these insects can cause allergic reactions that can kill a person |
There are many animals that despite their size can cause damage to the human body. Usually several of these animals are difficult to identify because of their resemblance to others, but it is necessary that you know how to differentiate them to eliminate them effectively. In this case, it is a particular competition the best sting: wasps vs. hornet. You thought there was no difference, right? Well, unfortunately, you're wrong.
Believe it or not, these insects, despite being family and pose a danger to people who are allergic to their sting, have their characteristics that differentiate them. Do you want to know which ones? iTerminate gives you the answer in today's blog, just keep reading.
Believe it or not, these insects, despite being family and pose a danger to people who are allergic to their sting, have their characteristics that differentiate them. Do you want to know which ones? iTerminate gives you the answer in today's blog, just keep reading.
Wasp vs Hornet
The first thing to note is that both wasp and hornet comes from the Vespidae family, and differ from bees because they are not fuzzy and can sting several times without dying.
The first thing to note is that both wasp and hornet comes from the Vespidae family, and differ from bees because they are not fuzzy and can sting several times without dying.
Size and color: When it comes to size and color, wasps and hornets have several differences. On the one hand, wasps are smaller than hornets a third of an inch to an inch in size; on the other side, the hornet can measure up to two inches. Regarding color, wasps are usually black with yellow rings, while hornets are black with white rings or brown with orange marks.
Behavior: Regarding behavior, Hornets are usually social insects, while several species of wasps can live in solitary. Another characteristic of the hornet is that it is often much more aggressive than the wasp when people or other animals approach its nest.
Sting: Both stings can cause deadly allergic reactions; however, a hornet sting is much more painful because its venom has a higher concentration of acetylcholine than wasp venom.
Prey: regarding feeding, both insects are scavengers and can feed on other animals. Hornets also eat nectar and sugar-rich plants frequently.
Behavior: Regarding behavior, Hornets are usually social insects, while several species of wasps can live in solitary. Another characteristic of the hornet is that it is often much more aggressive than the wasp when people or other animals approach its nest.
Sting: Both stings can cause deadly allergic reactions; however, a hornet sting is much more painful because its venom has a higher concentration of acetylcholine than wasp venom.
Prey: regarding feeding, both insects are scavengers and can feed on other animals. Hornets also eat nectar and sugar-rich plants frequently.
As you can see, although Hornets are said to belong to the wasp family, both insects are different. However, wasp vs. hornet competition continues, as it is not yet decided who is most dangerous, wasps with their multiple species or hornets with their large size.
Pest control: How to eliminate them
Before starting with the elimination of hornets or hornets, you should always take into account what type of insect it is since in the cases of hornets are usually more resistant and aggressive.
If before calling pest control you want to try to remove them on your own, the first thing you should do is use safety equipment. Not everyone has bee suits. However, thick gloves for hands, clothing covering arms and legs, boots, hats to hide hair, and safety glasses can be worn to minimize any damage or danger. Remember never position yourself under the honeycomb of these insects, or use stairs to reach them. It is also advisable to do this at night, as wasps and hornets are less active at this time.
There are several ways to eliminate these pests; first, spray or powder insecticides purchased in a store can be used. It is advisable to apply it at night and wait until the next day to verify that this method worked. Another technique is mixing water with liquid soap; once a wasp comes into contact with this combination, its wings are impregnated and it cannot fly. If the amount of soapy water is enough, they can drown.
If before calling pest control you want to try to remove them on your own, the first thing you should do is use safety equipment. Not everyone has bee suits. However, thick gloves for hands, clothing covering arms and legs, boots, hats to hide hair, and safety glasses can be worn to minimize any damage or danger. Remember never position yourself under the honeycomb of these insects, or use stairs to reach them. It is also advisable to do this at night, as wasps and hornets are less active at this time.
There are several ways to eliminate these pests; first, spray or powder insecticides purchased in a store can be used. It is advisable to apply it at night and wait until the next day to verify that this method worked. Another technique is mixing water with liquid soap; once a wasp comes into contact with this combination, its wings are impregnated and it cannot fly. If the amount of soapy water is enough, they can drown.
Likewise, the soap and water mixture can also be combined with the use of a vacuum cleaner. Soapy water is placed inside the vacuum cleaner, and when wasps are sucked in, they fall directly into the liquid, drowning. Finally, a bonfire can also be used to generate smoke and frighten wasps. This method is quite efficient but dangerous if done close to or inside the home.
These simple methods can help you eliminate these annoying and painful pests, but they are not enough when dealing with large nests. That's why you need to call pest control experts, such as iTerminate, since they have the right equipment and handle the best products. This New Year's Eve don't worry about annoying insects and animals, communicate with them through their social networks and let them take care of this work so that you can spend a beautiful night out.
These simple methods can help you eliminate these annoying and painful pests, but they are not enough when dealing with large nests. That's why you need to call pest control experts, such as iTerminate, since they have the right equipment and handle the best products. This New Year's Eve don't worry about annoying insects and animals, communicate with them through their social networks and let them take care of this work so that you can spend a beautiful night out.
And before the year is over, Iterminate wishes you a Happy New Year!
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