Identify the Bees!
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Africanized Killer Bees
Apis Mellifera Scutellata
These bees swarm to establish new nests, moving their entire colony if food is scarce. They are not particular about nesting sites, and have been found in tires, crates, boxes, and empty cars. They are known to build nests in the ground, in cavities of trees, and in structures.
African Honey bees are highly defensive; they aggressively attack intruders and will chase a person a quarter of a mile. Their venom is no more harmful than a Honeybee, but they attack in greater numbers, often causing more stings to an individual person.
Bumble Bee
Bombinae; Bombus Species
They can be docile and unconcerned with your presence while foraging on flowers, but will aggressively chase you if you disturb its nest. Bumble bees can sting more than once, and their sting can be very painful.
They often build nests outdoors in yards, flower beds, wood piles, and landscaped rock walls. Often nesting in the ground; they can also build their nests above ground inside homes, sheds, patios, and decks.
Honey Bee
Apis Nekkuffera Linnaeus
Known throughout the world for pollinating vegetation and producing honey. The honey stored in honeycombs is used to feed the young during cold seasons when vegetation is reduced.
These insects often build their nests in tree crevices, attics, and chimneys. Once established, and with a good food source, a colony of bees can survive many years.