Killer Bees Garden Nursery Landscaping Guide
Killer Bees Attack In Swarms
By Rodger G Allenby
There are approximately twenty thousand different species of
bees throughout the world. This statistic excites beekeepers greatly,
as they rely on bees to cross-pollinate. When bees cross-pollinate,
it changes the flowers they collect the pollen from, thereby creating
new species of flowers.
Beekeepers track bees when they cross-breed with other species
of bees. This is how they track their habits; from their origins
to mating practices. Beekeepers are also able to track honey production,
since different species of bees will also produce very different
consistencies of honey. It is this species cross-breeding that
has lead to the influx of Africanized bees, also known as killer
bees.
Run Away In A Straight Line
Avoiding areas that are known to have hives is the best defense
against killer bees. As is the case in most attacks, people unwittingly
stumble upon a hive and become engulfed in a swarm. Simply run
as fast as you can, in a straight line, until they stop following
you, if this should happen.
Typically, they will not give chase any further than a quarter
of a mile from their hive. Trying to hide in water is futile,
since the bees will just wait until you come up for air and attack
again. Try to protect your face as well as you can, since facial
stings are more painful and are also more likely to induce an
allergic reaction.
Use A Hose Or A Shower On The Bees
If you see no way of escape, try to find a hose or shower, as
bees seem to dislike running water. Find shelter wherever you
can. Call for emergency services immediately, if you see someone
being attacked.
For the most part, bees are generally docile. They do become
a pest when they fly around during picnics and other activities.
Their sense of smell helps direct them in finding flowers to pollinate,
and sometimes human food can mimic the smell of flowers.
The Sweet Smell Of Trash Attracting Bees
This can result in the bee getting its scents mixed up and is
why you can likely find bees swarming around trash. The debris
in waste bins attracts them because it has sweet scents.
This is why beekeepers must be careful about where they store
their waste, as bees can smell sweet scents from long distances.
A harmless thing like trash disposal can turn into a huge pest
problem when they gather in places that is not their normal habitat.
Africanized Bees Attack In Swarms
Enjoying the warm weather and the outdoors is one of the biggest
benefits of summer time, but along with the heat comes some danger.
Insects not native to this country have invaded and can present
serious and sometimes deadly problems to residents and visitors
alike.
Africanized bees, also known as killer bees, are among the most
dangerous insects found in the Southern states. Making them much
more dangerous than their native counterparts, Africanized bees
tend to attack in swarms.
About the Author:
Rodger G Allenby has written a number of articles on gardening
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Keep a lookout for more of his articles on this website.
Little Known Honey Bees Facts....
What can I do if a colony of Africanized honey bees takes over my hive?
One of the downsides to having Africanized honey bees in your
area is that they can and will often take over domestic bee hives. They will attack
the smaller bees and drive them out or kill them. If you do have this happen to your
hives and you do not want the risks associated with raising them, you will have to
exterminate the bees. It is not always easy to get rid of them though. Since they
were bred to be a heartier honey bee, they can be quite stubborn when faced with
an eviction notice. If you are not sure how to handle the bees, you need to contact
your pest extermination company or you need to contact someone knowledgeable about
these bees. One great source is the Fish and Wildlife organization for your state.
They will want to know if these bees are being found locally so they can notify the
public in case someone stumbles across a hive.
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