Allergy-Triggering Bugs
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When the weather is nice, everyone seems to rush outside, including bugs. If you have allergies, that can turn from a nuisance, into a big problem. Do you know which bugs to beware of? Here are the top 3 allergy causing insects. Number 3, Fire Ants. These little guys like to live in soil in sunny areas, and their bite can pack a punch. They chomp down with their powerful jaws, then sting you, injecting venom. And let's be real, most times you don't get bitten just once. Considering some ant hill colonies can house half a million ants, things can turn ugly quickly. Number 2, Wasps. This family of flying stingers also includes hornets and yellow jackets. And since they're all different, you have to watch all angles. Wasps build homes overhead, while yellow jackets like to nest underground. This group loves picnics and bright colors, so maybe tone down your wardrobe on your next day out at the park. Number 1, Bees. These buzzing buggers are incredibly important to our ecosystem, but they're also the biggest cause of life-threatening reactions. You'll find their hives in trees, and if you happen to disturb them, they'll gang up on you. Their stinger releases a chemical that tells others to come join the stinging party. The good news is they aren't aggressive, just don't go after their honey, and you should be fine. So enjoy your days outside, but keep an eye out for these top allergy-causing insects. When the weather is nice, everyone seems to rush outside, including bugs. If you have allergies, that can turn from a nuisance, into a big problem. Do you know which bugs to beware of? Here are the top 3 allergy causing insects. Number 3, Fire Ants. These little guys like to live in soil in sunny areas, and their bite can pack a punch. They chomp down with their powerful jaws, then sting you, injecting venom. And let's be real, most times you don't get bitten just once. Considering some ant hill colonies can house half a million ants, things can turn ugly quickly. Number 2, Wasps.