Nobody likes flying insects invading their picnic during the summer months, but beyond the usual bees and wasps, Brits are now being urged to stay alert to a new stinging pest. According to reports, ...

The hornet's stinger has a poison that can cause sepsis in people. The stings of extra-large Asian Hornets can cause swelling, as well as sepsis and kidney failure. Karson Yiu/ABC News AN KANG, China ...

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After 20 years in France, the Asian hornet has spread nationwide—and it now threatens bees and overall biodiversity. Its stings aren’t inherently more dangerous than those of other hymenopterans, but ...

Wasp stings can be painful, irritating, and serious if you're allergic, but in most cases, you can treat them at home with ...