Melissophobia, also known as apiphobia, is the intense fear of bees. Thousands of people experience this fear, especially after having a negative experience with stinging insects or experiencing insect bites and stings. When you have trouble with stinging insects in your yard, you can find ways to deal with these pests in your outdoor areas. 

Do you want to learn how you can prevent flying insects that sting? Keep reading these tips to keep these pests at bay. 

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You’re probably familiar with that distinctive buzzing: the sound of bees flying past. While bees are just fine when they’re outside, what do you do if they’re inside your home?

If you’ve ever asked the question why are there bees in my house, then it’s time to get some answers so you can take steps to get rid of them.

Read on to discover why and how bees can get into a home, and what you can do about it so your ...

Wasps are the last nightmare you want in your home. A paper wasp sting is caustic and burning an experience you don’t want.

The Schmidt pain list suggests that pain from tarantula wasp ranks on level 4 while paper wasp ranks level 3. If you notice a wasp or a large number of them, they’re enemies that you should get rid of. Begin with their habitat also known as the wasp nest.

In a single season, a typical wasp nest can ...

Stinging insects are concerning not only for the pain of their sting, but also because they can cause severe allergic reactions for some people. If a reaction occurs, visit an emergency room immediately and always carry epinephrine.

In Tennessee, we have a range of insects known for their sting. Learn about the top stinging insects you need to be concerned about in Memphis and our best tips for how to handle them:

Paper Wasps

Tennessee hosts several ...