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Bee Identification
Bumblebee
Bumblebees rarely sting. They are furier, stripey and larger than honeybees. They are important and should be left alone. Colonies die out in the autumn
Solitary Bee
Solitary bees are tiny, furry and rust coloured. There are over 225 types in the Uk and they live in little holes in the wall. They pose no threat to humans or animals and should be left alone.
Wasp
Always after sweet things. Smooth, bright yellow and black stripes and a high pitched buzz. Wasps are still pollinators.
Swarm collectors can not collect wasps.
European Hornet
Very big, loud buzz, yellow and chestnut brown stripes. They usually live in woodlands and are important pollinators. Swarm collectors do not collect Hornets
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