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What's Bugging You?: Stinging Insects
Below is a short list of local Stinging Insect intruders common in the London and Southwestern Ontario region.
The Wasp
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Aggressive scavengers, the Wasp is a formidible foe for even the most diligent and highly trained technician. Because the control radius for wasps is so large it is almost impossible to completely eliminate this pest. However, with adequate control regiment and integrated teamwork- this pest can be controlled and limited making the threat of local infestation less possible. Sugars, meats and liquids tend to attract these intruders, and nesting can be identified easily by noting an open cone typically found along soffatts, under shed roofs, awnings and eaves. Wasps are a versatile pest however, and can make their harbourage in cracks and cravaces, breathers and inside troughs. Most active during the September to October seasons. Pro-active prevention is the only way to limit potential infestations.
At left: Pictured is an example of a common wasp nesting location.
The Hornet
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Aggressive predators Hornets are not typically interested in human interaction and tend to keep their distance. However, any technician will tell you of the protective nature of this pest and advise against threatening the hive. Hives typically are about the size of a football and are covered by a strong outside casing which protects the interior from exterior predators.Usually nests are immediately visible haging from trees, troughs, soffatts or sheds. Hornets typically feed on other insects- However, are likewise intrigued by sugars, meats and liquid food debris. liquid pesticides cannot penetrate the hive, and only limit populations. Dust applications and preventative exterior treatments prove the most effective in controlling this pest.
At Left: Pictured is a common Hornet Nesting Location
The Honey Bee
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Generally dosile and busy with work the Honey Bee is often improperly identified as a yellow jacket or other wasp relative. Honey Bees are an endangered species and Technicians are urged by the ministry to avoid eliminating these at all cost. However, this is often compromised. Most concerns are related to swarming on houses, trees and local foliage as Honey Bees search for new territory and attempt to establish colonies close to areas ripe for polination. Swarming lasts no more than 36 hours and in almost all cases occurs close to 300 yards from future nesting points. Honey Bees have no desire to interact with humans and unless threatened will live in harmony with our populations. theBugGuys.ca respects our environment and in only select, critical cases will theBugGuys.ca attempt to eliminate a population threatening a person, their home or belongings. In almost all cases, we advise waiting out the swarm to protect our local endangered species.
At Left: Pictured is a common Honey Bee Swarming location
For more information on Honey Bees in Ontario check: www.ontariobee.com
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