Yellow jackets are
aggressive pests that have a sting and bite that are bigger than the swarms’
“buzz” or droning sound. pests that are bright yellow and black can be found in
the backyard, attacking BBQ’S,picnics and other outdoor activities.
What’s the real deal are Yellow jackets, bees or what.Many people see the
yellow and black markings and label the pests as”bees”.But yellow jackets are
actually a type of Wasp.
Are
the Yellow Jackets looking for:
The Yellow Jackets are
hunting for sweet foods, sweet liquids and meat. In the middle of the season in
July and June, yellowjackets are drawn to protein sources. Such as
hamburgers on the barbecue grill. Yellowjacket colonies are started by just one
queen and can grow to include anywhere from 400 to 5,000 workers later in
the season. Which brings the stinging pests into frequent and direct contact
with humans. Yellowjackets can be unpredictable and very aggressive.
Especially in late summer when the colonies are at the largest. Taking precautions
can help avoid being stung. The Yellow jackets do attack humans and this
can be deadly if any of the people have allergies and get stung.
Yellowjackets are very
aggressive. More so than other stinging insects such as Hornets, Mud
Daubers, Bees and Wasps. Yellowjackets can sting and bite.Since the pests do
not lose the stinger, it can sting many times. Yellowjackets don’t play around
and vigorously protect the nests. Swarm attacks can and will occur if someone
accidentally steps in or hits a nest opening. Thus, mowing lawns can be
hazardous during the late summer season.
Facts
about these Stinging pests:
Look before taking a
drink is an excellent precaution. Because Yellowjackets are very attracted
to sweet foods and drinks like sodas and juices. Remember to keep all
trash covered and away from where people may be eating. The insects like
to nosey around in the garbage for scraps and sweet drinks. Wear heavy
clothing. When walking in wooded areas wear heavy clothing.
Lightweight
clothing may not be tough enough to give protection from a sting. Remain
calm because when individuals go crazy than the yellowjackets
get aggressive.
When
finding a nest it’s time to call a Pest Control professional. Trying to
remove would probably be more dangerous one would think. Crushing
or smashing a yellowjacket is not advisable. The Yellow Jackets give off
an alarm pheromone that alerts others in the area to attack. Avoid
scented perfumes, hairspray, lotions and brightly colored
clothes. Yellowjackets are attracted to all of the above. Keep
children away from overgrown or wooded areas which are prime nesting sites
for yellow jackets. Don’t use gasoline to try to eliminate a yellowjacket
nest. It’s dangerous and environmentally unsound.
Someone stung by a
yellowjacket:
To remove venom wash the spot
with soap and water. Apply cold water, icy cold wet cloth or a paste of
meat tenderizer and water. Give the sting victim a pain reliever or
antihistamine to reduce swelling Calamine products help to reduce itching.
Have
the sting victim lie down. Lower the stung arm or leg below the
heart. Do not drink alcohol or take sedatives. If the sting is to the
throat or mouth, Seek Medical Attention immediately. Swelling can lead to
suffocation.
Allergic Signs of yellow
jacket:
Severe swelling in parts of the
body distant from the site of the sting. Widespread skin
irritation. Constriction in the throat and chest or difficulty
breathing Dizziness or fainting. If you experience any of these
symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
OK
the Drones are still hovering above and the droning sounds of a
Yellow Jacket swarm is too much to handle.
With
Most pest control services, yellow jacket treatment program begins with a
thorough inspection and correct identification from your pest control
professional. This is important since yellow jackets usually build their nests
below ground, but they may also build them in hidden, protected locations above
ground. Once the nest is located, The pest control professional can use the
most effective control products and methods to help eliminate control the
yellow jackets within the nest.
The treatment products used by the pest control professional consist
of various insecticide dust and aerosol products that
will be used in accordance with the product’s label. The specific products and
application methods will generally depend on whether the nest is above or below
ground. For below ground nests, the most likely product of choice is an
insecticide dust. The dust is applied to the below ground part of the nest and
to the nest entrance. Since during the daytime there are numerous yellow
jackets that are outside of the nest searching for prey, the nest entrance is
left open so any returning nest members will come in contact with the product
and die. For aerial nests, usually the use of either a dust or aerosol product
is best. For aerial nests, The pest control professional may decide to perform
the treatment work after dark when most all of the nest members are within the
nest. Once the nest is inactive, it can be removed and destroyed.
Yellow
jacket nests constructed in a void or cavity in a building’s interior presents
a situation whereby the yellow jackets’ entrance must never be sealed until all
of the nest’s yellow jackets are dead. If the entrance is sealed, members of
the nest will try to escape the void through the inside of the structure.
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