Honey bees remain a beneficial insect in New Jersey as well as other parts of the United States.  They are responsible for pollinating approximately 80% of the fruit, nut, vegetable and grain plants throughout the United States.

According to a report from Environment News Service on January 10, 2012, the nation’s honey bee population could be in serious danger.  Researchers out of San Francisco State University have recently discovered that many honey bee nests have been invaded by a fly parasite which renders affected honey bees into a “zombie-like” state of being.  Their research has shown that “The fly, Apocephalus borealis, deposits its eggs in a bee’s abdomen. Usually about seven days after the bee dies, fly larvae push their way into the world from between the bee’s head and thorax.”  Bees that survive the attack are disoriented, walk around in circles with no sense of direction, abandon their hives (or are thrown out by other bees), and tend to congregate near lights.  It sounds like a strange science fiction movie!  Some researchers speculate that this parasite could be the reason for the honey bee colony collapse disorder.  You may read the full article here.

Because honey bees are beneficial insects, honey bee nests must be relocated from a home or business by a beekeeper.  Stern Environmental Group performs bee eradication services for other types of troublesome bees and wasps.  Nuisance bees such as yellow jackets, hornets, wasps, and carpenter bees can safely be removed with the help of Stern Environmental Group.

 Call us today for expert service in New York, New York City and New Jersey.

Another type of common and troublesome pest that residents frequently encounter is wasps, bees, hornets, and yellow jackets.  These sneaky pests can ruin your outdoor activities and for some people they pose a very serious health risk.
Sometimes nesting sites can be avoided as they visible and are out in the open.  Other times, unlucky people happen upon hidden nests and are attacked by hot tempered soldiers who come out in full defense mode.  Look for nesting sites on the eves on structures, in rotten wood, in holes in the ground or natural cavities.  At times, colonies have also been found in attics, garages and sheds as well.

Take a look at the picture supplied in the blog post.  This nest was created in less than 24 hours!  Once the homeowner was alerted to its existence, a qualified pest control expert was called to the scene to fully eradicate the creatures.

Colonies could have hundreds of inhabitants or thousands of critters living inside, so it’s very important to never take on the task of trying to eradicate these ferocious stingers.

Yellow jackets are different than other types of bees in that their stingers are not barbed so they are able to sting numerous times…usually without provocation.  Each time a person is stung, more venom is injected into the human body which makes these types of bees very dangerous, especially if you are allergic to them.  In addition to the ability to sting, yellow jackets can and will bite as well!

With all types of New Jersey or New York pest infestation problems, it’s always best to call a licensed pest control expert who can provide safe elimination of the pests in question.

A yellow jacket is a black and yellow wasp that is about ½ of an inch long.
Yellow jackets are considered social wasps.  They build their nests in wall voids, the ceilings of buildings, in abandoned rodent burrows, or they will make their own nest in the ground.  In a single season, a yellow jacket colony can have 1,500 to 15,000 insects depending on the species.

Wasps primarily eat spiders and insects.  These aggressive pests have become a nuisance for New Jersey residents because they also seek out human food sources of sugars and protein to supplement their diets.  You will often see yellow jackets hanging around uncovered trash cans, hovering over your picnic food, and slipping in and out of soda cans.

You should never try to eliminate a yellow jacket wasp nest on your own.  Instead you should always call a pest control expert who in trained in wasp removal services.  Yellow jacket wasp stings can be very dangerous, whether you are allergic to them or not.  More people obtain life threatening emergency assistance due to yellow jacket stings than any other type of insect in the United States.
 
Businesses always need to be mindful and protect their patrons from painful bee and wasp stings.  Homeowners too are at risk of an infestation from these nuisance pests.  Call Stern Environmental Group for 24 hour emergency bee and wasp removal service.  We provide expert service to Secaucus, New Jersey, the Greater New York City Metro and Connecticut Regions.

We would like all of our customers and readers to know that Stern never participates in spaming or phishing schemes.  We will never contact you to ask you for any password or credit card information either. Stern strives to provide our readers with the most updated information about bed bugs, bed bug products, bed bug services, and other important pest and urban wildlife information.  Through our extensive research and experience, we are able to bring you interesting and sometimes even funny stories that are directly linked to the industry that we are so passionate about.

If you ever receive any communication from Stern Environmental Group that seems to be out of the ordinary or meets any of the above criteria; we ask that you please contact us immediately so that we can take measures to stop this deceitful practice of others.

We do encourage you all to stop by our Twitter page and view some of our interesting topics and links.

Their day began as usual with a walk with their family beagle-basset hound mix dog named Lucy.  After arriving home, they placed their dog on a seven foot chain that was attached to their front porch.  Not long after, the homeowner heard a large branch crash onto the roof above his office.  The homeowner then looked out the front window to see his beloved pet being attacked by a swarm of Africanized bees.

The homeowner had no idea that a beehive was hidden up in the tree where the branch came crashing down from.  Although the dog did nothing to provoke the attack, for whatever reason, the bees clearly regarded the poor dog as a threat.  The dog received so many bee stings that sadly it died from anaphylaxis shock.

As bad it is to lose a beloved family pet is this way, the same scenario could also play out for a child or adult.  Africanized bees can be very aggressive and cause serious and dangerous consequences to homeowners.  It is wise to contact a licensed pest control specialist who is trained in the treatment of these aggressive pests.

Not that those dangling plastic traps won’t fill up with yellow jackets. They will. But you won’t get them all.  Not by a long shot. Not now.

Just try having a backyard barbecue. Or a child’s birthday party with cake and ice cream. Yellow jackets love meat and they love sweets.  As soon as everyone is seated and the food is served, your guests and family will begin to grab their plates and dash inside away from the yellow jackets who will have started dive-bombing into the vittles.  So much for all the landscaping and care you gave your yard. What was the point if no one can really enjoy it because of those aggressive stinging insects?

A family in Maywood even bought a large screen-sided tent for their yard to keep yellow jackets away from their summer al fresco dinners. But then their curious cat jumped onto the tent from their roof and shredded it with his claws as he slid down.

Now they just call an expert NJ, NYC pest control company to banish the yellow jackets. You can do the same.  Then you can truly savor summer outdoors.

You get my drift. These sayings persist in our language for a reason. And that reason is hornets. These are not insects you want to mess around with.  Hornets are large, strong, aggressive insects and their sting is severe.

It’s no wonder then that anyone would be horrified to suddenly see one of their huge muddy brown tornado-shaped nests clinging to the eaves of their home. It is especially ominous now during the summer when kids are home from school and you may have small children running around the yard busy at play. A full hornet’s nest hanging over their heads is like a ticking time bomb. And heaven forbid one of the little tykes spotted it and decided to swat at it like a piñata.

Hornet nests may contain thousands of wasps which are extremely aggressive when disturbed. The nests are often located out of reach and removal is best accomplished by a professional NJ, NYC pest control firm.

The Wasp Hornet has a black body with a white mark on it.  They don’t chase humans, but they are very protective of their territory.  If you get too close to their nest, they will charge.

The wasp that most people have trouble with is the Yellow Jacket.  These by far are the most aggressive of all of the wasps.  They have black bodies and bright yellow stripes.  They live far below the ground and will often chase down anyone who comes near their nest.  Since they are underground, many people do not know they are there until they are being stung by the creatures.  Each year, many people mowing their lawns are attacked by yellow jackets…me included!  If you find that you have a yellow jacket nest in your yard, you should work to get rid of it immediately.  These guys are mean and nasty and pack a powerful punch, especially if you are allergic!

Some wasps can be dealt with by chemicals you buy at a home improvement store, but there is always a risk of the wasps coming after you.  If you need to get rid of any type of wasp, especially yellow jackets, call a professional wasp exterminator to do the job for you.  These tiny warriors are dangerous and should be handled carefully.

There are four common types of wasps that can be found in the average yard.  Some are docile creature and others are more aggressive ones that you should avoid.  It should also be noted the Carpet Beetles, which are hard to control, tend to gather where wasp nests form, so it is a good idea to get rid of wasps as soon as you can. 

Often time’s homeowners will see a wasp nest being built up under eaves, porches, deck railing, and even playground equipment.  These wasps are not usually aggressive unless you try to disturb their nests.  The nests are built by the females from a blend of saliva and wood.  These wasps are considered good to have around because they do eat insects that cause damage to plants, but bad because nobody wants to experience their sting.  These types of wasps are called Paper Wasps.

The Solitary Wasp is the one that usually hangs out alone.  They zip by you in your yard and don’t pay much mind to humans.  They have a long and thin body with minimal color.  Since they travel alone, they are not territorial or aggressive in most cases.  They mostly dine on garden pests like beetles and aphids.

Please check back on Tuesday for more wasp information.