WATCH OUT THERE IS A WASP ABOUT!
It is that time of the year again for the wasps to suddenly appear on the scene and cause fear and possible panic. They are definitely a nuisance pest and are often a threat to health and wellbeing, with many people having a phobia towards wasps. A wasp sting is certainly painful and in some cases, can be fatal, as the wasp is capable of multiple stings. The wasp sting can produce swelling, which in turn can cause respiratory obstruction, or even worse, anaphylactic shock. The wasp nest is constructed by a queen wasp and can be found just about anywhere, from in the ground, in bushes or...
Read MoreAn Insight into Bees
As the calls for help regarding Bees and Wasps are starting to increase, it is a good idea to look into what Bees are likely to be doing during the coming year. Spring Species of Solitary Bees are emerging from their respective holes and in some cases, causing alarm, because they are being mistaken for Wasps. Nesting areas can include holes in loose mortars of buildings and walls or from areas of short, mown grass, whilst others prefer bare soil. As temperatures rise, Honeybees will be seen more frequently as they collect pollen for local hives. Single Bumblebees can be seen foraging...
Read MoreSummer and Wasps and Bees.
Summer appears to have finally arrived and if we needed any confirmation then go out into the garden and look at the increase in the number of insects that are flying around! This week has seen a dramatic increase in the call for wasps nests in the area, both inside and outside properties. Nests have varied in size as well as location, ranging from inside air bricks, in lofts, along, or in roof lines and even in ventilation grills. It is VERY important to treat any potential wasps nest with the correct method or chemicals, if not, possible disaster or injury could follow. Wasp control should...
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