Tag: Wasp

Do wasps have any benefits at all?

Posted: April 11, 2016

Actually, yes! They may not make honey like pollinating bees do, but we still need them. Even though you might tend to think of wasps as pesky stinging insects, they do provide ecological benefits. Similar… Read More

Category: AGRICULTURE, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life

Tags: Entomology, FAQ, Insects, UFBugs, Wasp

How do I know if I’m allergic to bee or wasp venom? I don’t think I’ve ever been stung.

by Jennifer Gillett-Kaufman

Posted: May 6, 2014

You should talk to your primary care provider. There are tests available that can indicate potential bee and wasp venom allergies. In the meantime, if you’re not certain if you are allergic to bee or… Read More

Category: AGRICULTURE, Crops, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension

Tags: Allergic, Bee, BugWeek, Entomology, FAQ, Wasp

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