Bee & Wasp Control Services in Boca Raton 

Understanding the Differences Between Bees & Wasps

It is easy to confuse bees for wasps and vice versa – especially because they fly around quickly and can be hard to identify properly. However, there are some key differences between bees and wasps that you should keep in mind as you look to keep them out of your yard. 

Some of the key differences between bees, wasps, and yellowjackets include: 

• Bees can be identified by their round, fuzzy bodies
• Wasps have longer and thinner bodies than bees
• Yellowjackets have a smooth body, like wasps, but are bright yellow in color
• Bees have flat, wide legs and are typically a dark yellow color
• Wasps have rounded legs
• Yellowjackets have larger, longer wings than both bees and wasps

Understanding the differences between these three pests is important because it will determine how we approach the infestation. For example, we tend not to exterminate bees but remove them and rehome them in a safer area due to their important role in pollination. When you give our team of pest control experts a call, we will thoroughly assess your property and properly identify what you are dealing with. With that information in hand, we are better able to provide a customized solution that will make sure our treatment is effective. 

It can be tempting to want to tackle a bee hive or wasp nest on your own. There are commercially available sprays or powers to use against these invaders. However, you should remember that these creatures can sting – and the stings can be very painful. It is also the case that bees and wasps will get defensive of their home if they sense an attack and can swarm, causing even more bees or wasps to sting you. This is why we recommend getting professional help when dealing with bees or wasps. We have the proper tools to handle these infestations so that nobody gets hurt.