Welcome to yellow jackets

Yellow jackets have yellow and black markings and look very much like a hornet. The only major difference is their size. Yellow jackets are usually smaller than hornet. Their colonies can contain up to 5,000 workers. They live mostly in North America and sometimes they can be found in the Southern States and extremely dry regions. Unlike bees, yellow jackets nest in the ground, building walls and rock crevices. They are more dangerous than bees, because they can sting repeatedly, where as bees can only sting once.



		Yellow Jackets
			Yellow jackets have yellow and black markings and look very much like a hornet. The only major difference is their size. Yellow jackets are usually smaller than hornet. Their colonies can contain up to 5,000 workers. They live mostly in North America and sometimes they can be found in the Southern States and extremely dry regions. Unlike bees, yellow jackets nest in the ground, building walls and rock crevices. They are more dangerous than bees, because they can sting repeatedly, where as bees can only sting once.


		Do not swat these Yellow Jackets! When they are present, remain calm and gently brush them away. In there normal activities Yellow Jackets will probably not sting you unless; your press on them or they fly into you clothing. However, if you disturb their nest or step on it, they will aggressively defend it. A Yellow Jacket sting feels similar to being burnt with a cigarette. To protect yourself, wear shoes and cover any exposed skin. Yellow Jackets are also attracted to food odors and drinks such as fruit juices and soft drinks. Watch out Ladies! They also like the smell of perfumes, cosmetics, hairspray, and sun tan lotions. Unfortunately No insect repellent is effective at this time.

Yellow Jackets