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Africanized Bees
Apis mellifera scutellata
Africanized "killer" bees looks so much like a regular honeybee
that the only way to tell the two apart is by measuring their
bodies. Africanized bees have different wing measurements than
honeybees.
| Color: |
Golden-yellow with darker bands of brown. |
| Legs: |
6 |
| Shape: |
Oval; bee shape |
| Size: |
1/2 |
| Antennae: |
Yes
|
Habits
These bees defend their colony and attack when threatened.
Habitat
Africanized bees have small colonies, so they can build nests in
unique places. They have been known to live in tires, crates,
boxes, and empty cars.
Threats
Their venom is no more dangerous than regular honeybees-they just
tend to attack in greater numbers, which causes more danger to
humans.
Prevention
Because of the aggressive nature of these pests and the enormity of
their nests, a pest control professional or beekeeper must address
an infestation. If you are chased by Africanized honeybees, run in
a zig zag pattern and seek shelter in a house or car.