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A recent bee attack in France left 24 injured and three in critical condition. While bee attacks aren't common, there are ...
Hornets and bees have many similarities, but what are there key differences? Read here to learn more about their differences.
Twenty-four people were injured during a 30-minute bee attack in the French alpine town of Aurillac, with three victims ...
Known for their aggressive behavior, Africanized bees appear to be looming near Georgia, threatening local farmers and ...
Africanized honey bees, often referred to as "killer bees," are now found in 13 states and are slowly spreading northward.
At least 13 states have reported Africanized honey bees. In the south, southern Florida has the highest numbers.
Scientists say the bees' temperament is to ward off predators. But unsuspecting humans will find them to be aggressive, ...
Deadly bees and wasp-like relatives, armed with potent stings and aggressive behaviors, pose significant threats worldwide. From the Africanized honey bee's fatal swarms to the Asian giant hornet ...
Hornets and bees are both feared insects for their painful stings. Both are quick-flying, hive-building insects that work together as a community. They also appear similar at times, such as in ...
Three people were hospitalized and 21 injured after being attacked by a swarm of bees in the French town of Aurillac on ...
Most bees and wasps can sting multiple times since they do not lose their stinger. Honeybees have a barbed stinger, which remains embedded in the skin so they can only sting once.
There's no national database of deaths related to bee stings, but a 2023 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that on average, 72 people die a year from hornet, wasp and ...