HOW CAN YOU TELL THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WASPS AND BEES?

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Wasps and bees are similar in size but here are some noticeable differences:

• Wasps have distinct yellow and black stripes

• Bees are a nondescript light brown/golden colour

• Bees are covered in downy hair, which assists in pollen collection

• Wasps are more streamlined in shape and appearance

• Wasps have more distinct thorax and abdomen segments

• Wasps have legs that hang down during flight
  

Why is it important to differentiate between wasps and bees?

Bees and wasps are treated differently. Bees are an important and beneficial species and rarely considered a pest. Most pest controllers won't consider treating bees unless they are a significant threat to public health and safety.

Three Counties Pest Control are closely associated with bee keepers who will endeavour to remove bees and relocate them into hives.

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