The stinging insects in Virginia, ranked by their real sting risk: yellowjackets, hornets, paper wasps, bees, fire ants, velvet ants and stinging caterpillars.
Saw a giant hornet in Maryland? It is almost certainly a European hornet or a cicada killer. Compare sizes, photos and nests, and rule out the murder hornet.
Virginia has 477 documented bee species. Here are the types you'll really meet at home, sorted by where they nest, plus which ones actually need treatment.
Saw a giant hornet in Virginia? It is almost certainly a European hornet. Identify Virginia's two real hornets, their nests, and five common look-alikes.
Maryland has over 400 documented bee species. Here are the 8 types of bees you will actually see at home, how to tell them apart, and which ones to leave alone.
The wasps you actually see in Virginia: yellowjackets, paper wasps, hornets, mud daubers and cicada killers. Photos, nests, and which ones really sting you.
Wasps in Maryland? Learn to identify local species, prevent nests on your property & know when to call a professional for removal.
Yellow jacket nest vs paper wasp nest - how to tell them apart. Compare key differences in appearance, size, and location to identify your pest.
Wasp vs bee vs hornet -- learn to tell them apart by body shape, behavior & nesting. Discover when you need professional removal from your yard.
European hornet nest in your yard? Learn how to identify these large stinging pests and discover professional treatment options for your home.
Learn how to kill ground bees with our complete guide covering identification, allergy risks, and the most effective removal methods for homeowners.
Hornets vs wasps - what is the difference? Compare size, aggression, nests, and stings. Expert identification guide for DC, VA, and MD homeowners.
Types of hornets and wasps with pictures: the 22 true hornets, the one in Virginia and Maryland, and the wasps people mistake for them. Sizes, nests, stings.
Learn to identify different types of wasp nests in your yard. Expert guide to proper removal methods and when to call a professional.
