There has been a lot of publicity surrounding the Asian giant hornet in the United States, but as of today, the hornets (Vespa mandarinia) have only been found in Washington state. Of course, insects can be transported across state lines and it is always a good idea to watch and observe insects you find in [&#8230;]

<figure id="attachment_3042" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-3042" style="width: 300px" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2020/11/04/bees-and-wasps-what-to-know-and-when-to-be-concerned/cicada-killer-wasp-3/" rel="attachment wp-att-3042"><img decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" class="wp-image-3042 size-medium lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="Measurement of cicada killer wasp" width="300" height="300" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/files/2020/11/cicada-killer-wasp-3-300x300.jpg"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-3042" class="wp-caption-text">Cicada killer wasps are large wasps with a striped or black abdomen. Photo credit: UF/IFAS Extension</figcaption></figure>
<p>There has been a lot of publicity surrounding the Asian giant hornet in the United States, but as of today, the hornets (<em>Vespa mandarinia</em>) have only been found in Washington state. Of course, insects can be transported across state lines and it is always a good idea to watch and observe insects you find in your landscape. We do want you to be aware of the bees and wasps found in central Florida and how many are beneficial insects, meaning they help control plant pests in your yard by doing things like feeding upon them.  It is important to identify an insect before you eradicate it, and <a href="https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/">your local UF/IFAS Extension Service</a> can help you with that.</p>
<p>First, it is important that we don&#8217;t confuse one of our beneficial wasps for the Asian giant hornet. In particular, <a href="http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/beneficial/cicada_killers.htm">the cicada killer wasp</a> is one of the largest wasps in Florida and doesn&#8217;t look like it would be a desirable insect. The cicada killer wasp is actually a beneficial insect that constructs small mounds in the soil as it is a ground-nesting insect.<a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/orangeco/2020/10/30/imposter-identities-murder-hornets-vs-eastern-cicada-killers/"> This large wasp can look scary, and it the most common local wasp that is currently being mistaken for the Asian giant hornet.  This blog post has some great photos and information on the cicada killer wasp. </a></p>
<p>Additionally, there are other bees and wasps doing good work in your landscape. Mason bees, miner bees, sweat bees, and honeybees all provide valuable pollination services.  Parasitic wasps are also beneficial.  They are often very small, and not easily confused with large hornets.</p>
<figure id="attachment_3036" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-3036" style="width: 300px" class="wp-caption alignright"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2020/11/04/bees-and-wasps-what-to-know-and-when-to-be-concerned/img_e3419/" rel="attachment wp-att-3036"><img decoding="async" class="size-medium wp-image-3036 lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="Dirt mounds indicate a ground nesting bee or wasp is present. Photo credit: Anne Yasalonis, UF/IFAS Extension" width="300" height="300" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/files/2020/11/IMG_E3419-300x300.jpg"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-3036" class="wp-caption-text">Dirt mounds indicate a ground nesting bee or wasp is present. Photo credit: Anne Yasalonis, UF/IFAS Extension</figcaption></figure>
<p>Finally, there are <a href="https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in238">hornets and yellowjackets</a>, which can be found throughout Florida (and beyond). While they do provide valuable services consuming pest insects, nests near homes are not wanted and can be problematic.  Be cautious when removing or call a professional.</p>
<p>Just remember, it is always important to identify and insect before deciding to eradicate it.</p>
<h6>More on the Asian Giant Hornet</h6>
<p><a href="http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/media/entnemdeptifasufledu/honeybee/pdfs/FAQ_AGH.pdf">Asian Giant Hornet FAQ</a></p>
<p><a href="http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/MISC/BEES/Vespa_mandarinia.html">Featured Creatures, Asian Giant Hornet</a></p>
<p><a href="http://entnemdept.ufl.edu/media/entnemdeptifasufledu/honeybee/pdfs/ENY_Asian_Giant_Hormet_Infographic_2020.pdf">Information on the Asian giant hornet, and what to do if you think you have spotted one</a></p>
<h6>Helpful resources on bees and wasps:</h6>
<p><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/entnemdept/2016/04/11/wasps-are-good/">Benefits of wasps</a></p>
<p><a href="https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in1255">Attracting native bees to your landscape</a></p>
<p><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/entnemdept/2020/05/22/pollinator-wanna-bees/">Red and black mason bees</a></p>
<p>For more information, contact UF/IFAS Extension Polk County at (863) 519-1041 or visit us online at <a href="http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/polk">http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/polk</a>.  The Plant Clinic is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm to answer your gardening and landscaping questions. Give us a call, or email us at <a href="mailto:polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu">polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu</a>.</p>
<p>If you are not in Polk County, Contact your<a href="http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/"> local UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Clinic</a>.</p>
<p>The Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program is a volunteer-driven program that benefits UF/IFAS Extension and the citizens of Florida.  The program  extends the vision of the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, all the while protecting and sustaining natural resources and environmental systems, enhancing the development of human resources, and improving the quality of human life through the development of knowledge in agricultural, human and natural resources and making that knowledge accessible.</p>
<p>An Equal Opportunity Institution.</p>


Cicada killer wasps are large wasps with a striped or black abdomen. Photo credit: UF/IFAS Extension
There has been a lot of publicity surrounding the Asian giant hornet in the United States, but as of today, the hornets (Vespa mandarinia) have only been found in Washington state. Of course, insects can be transported across state lines and it is always a good idea to watch and observe insects you find in your landscape. We do want you to be aware of the bees and wasps found in central Florida and how many are beneficial insects, meaning they help control plant pests in your yard by doing things like feeding upon them.  It is important to identify an insect before you eradicate it, and your local UF/IFAS Extension Service can help you with that.
First, it is important that we don’t confuse one of our beneficial wasps for the Asian giant hornet. In particular, the cicada killer wasp is one of the largest wasps in Florida and doesn’t look like it would be a desirable insect. The cicada killer wasp is actually a beneficial insect that constructs small mounds in the soil as it is a ground-nesting insect. This large wasp can look scary, and it the most common local wasp that is currently being mistaken for the Asian giant hornet.  This blog post has some great photos and information on the cicada killer wasp. 
Additionally, there are other bees and wasps doing good work in your landscape. Mason bees, miner bees, sweat bees, and honeybees all provide valuable pollination services.  Parasitic wasps are also beneficial.  They are often very small, and not easily confused with large hornets.
Dirt mounds indicate a ground nesting bee or wasp is present. Photo credit: Anne Yasalonis, UF/IFAS Extension
Finally, there are hornets and yellowjackets, which can be found throughout Florida (and beyond). While they do provide valuable services consuming pest insects, nests near homes are not wanted and can be problematic.  Be cautious when removing or call a professional.
Just remember, it is always important to identify and insect before deciding to eradicate it.
More on the Asian Giant Hornet
Asian Giant Hornet FAQ
Featured Creatures, Asian Giant Hornet
Information on the Asian giant hornet, and what to do if you think you have spotted one
Helpful resources on bees and wasps:
Benefits of wasps
Attracting native bees to your landscape
Red and black mason bees
For more information, contact UF/IFAS Extension Polk County at (863) 519-1041 or visit us online at http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/polk.  The Plant Clinic is open Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm to answer your gardening and landscaping questions. Give us a call, or email us at polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu.
If you are not in Polk County, Contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Clinic.
The Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program is a volunteer-driven program that benefits UF/IFAS Extension and the citizens of Florida.  The program  extends the vision of the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, all the while protecting and sustaining natural resources and environmental systems, enhancing the development of human resources, and improving the quality of human life through the development of knowledge in agricultural, human and natural resources and making that knowledge accessible.
An Equal Opportunity Institution.

There has been a lot of publicity surrounding the Asian giant hornet in the United States, but as of today, the hornets (Vespa mandarinia) have only been found in Washington state. Of course, insects can be transported across state lines and it is always a good idea to watch and observe insects you find in […]

Bees and Wasps: What to know and when to be concerned

As Hurricane Michael was barreling through the Panhandle region, wasp populations were at their highest of the year. Winds and flooding destroyed many of the nests of paper wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets and now wasps may be aggressive as they defend themselves or remnants of their nests. All are capable of multiple stings that [&#8230;]

<p>As Hurricane Michael was barreling through the Panhandle region, wasp populations were at their highest of the year.  Winds and flooding destroyed many of the nests of paper wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets and now wasps may be aggressive as they defend themselves or remnants of their nests.   All are capable of multiple stings that are very painful. It is very likely that you will encounter stinging wasps as they scavenge for food and water, as well as seek shelter among debris and exposed trash.</p>
<figure id="attachment_27365" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-27365" style="width: 300px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/gadsdenco/wp-content/blogs.dir/148/files/2018/10/paperwasp.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-27365 lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="Paper wasp on flower" width="300" height="225" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/gadsdenco/wp-content/blogs.dir/148/files/2018/10/paperwasp-300x225.jpg"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-27365" class="wp-caption-text">Many people are stung by paper wasps after storms. They are not attracted to traps.</figcaption></figure>
<p>Here are a few pointers to help deal with stinging wasps.</p>
<ul>
<li>Try not to swat at wasps flying around or landing on you. You may be less likely to receive a sting if you can flick them off.</li>
<li>Some wasps are attracted to the sap from broken or recently cut trees. Look before you reach. Wear gloves and other protective clothing when moving debris in case you disturb foraging or nesting activities.</li>
<li>Wasps are also attracted to sugars and water. Try your best to keep food and drink cans covered. Completely close garbage containers or bags that contain food debris.</li>
<li>Repellents are not effective against wasps.  There are pesticides labeled to spray on smaller paper wasp nests if you find one in a spot close to people&#8217;s activity.  These are usually aerosol pyrethroids or pyrethrins.  Make sure you read the label carefully and use the product as directed.</li>
<li>Do not use non labeled products like gasoline to manage wasps.  This is not only illegal but can be dangerous to yourself and the environment.</li>
<li>There are traps for yellowjackets that you may purchase or make.  These only manage those wasps flying around, not any remaining in a ground nest.</li>
</ul>
<p>Here is a Do It Yourself Yellowjacket trap from UF IFAS Extension.</p>
<ul>
<li>Cut the top 1/3 off your 2 liter bottle so that you have 2 pieces.</li>
<li>Add a bait (fermenting fruit or beer) to the bottom of the plastic bottle.</li>
<li>Invert the top portion of the bottle into the base, forming a funnel.</li>
<li>Hang or place traps so they are about 4 to 5 feet above the ground. For safety, place them away from people.</li>
</ul>
<figure id="attachment_27364" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-27364" style="width: 243px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/gadsdenco/wp-content/blogs.dir/148/files/2018/10/wasp-picture.jpeg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-27364 lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="Yellowjacket trap" width="243" height="300" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/gadsdenco/wp-content/blogs.dir/148/files/2018/10/wasp-picture-243x300.jpeg"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-27364" class="wp-caption-text">A homemade trap to catch yellowjackets. Photo by Alison Zulyniak</figcaption></figure>


As Hurricane Michael was barreling through the Panhandle region, wasp populations were at their highest of the year.  Winds and flooding destroyed many of the nests of paper wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets and now wasps may be aggressive as they defend themselves or remnants of their nests.   All are capable of multiple stings that are very painful. It is very likely that you will encounter stinging wasps as they scavenge for food and water, as well as seek shelter among debris and exposed trash.
Many people are stung by paper wasps after storms. They are not attracted to traps.
Here are a few pointers to help deal with stinging wasps.
Try not to swat at wasps flying around or landing on you. You may be less likely to receive a sting if you can flick them off.
Some wasps are attracted to the sap from broken or recently cut trees. Look before you reach. Wear gloves and other protective clothing when moving debris in case you disturb foraging or nesting activities.
Wasps are also attracted to sugars and water. Try your best to keep food and drink cans covered. Completely close garbage containers or bags that contain food debris.
Repellents are not effective against wasps.  There are pesticides labeled to spray on smaller paper wasp nests if you find one in a spot close to people’s activity.  These are usually aerosol pyrethroids or pyrethrins.  Make sure you read the label carefully and use the product as directed.
Do not use non labeled products like gasoline to manage wasps.  This is not only illegal but can be dangerous to yourself and the environment.
There are traps for yellowjackets that you may purchase or make.  These only manage those wasps flying around, not any remaining in a ground nest.
Here is a Do It Yourself Yellowjacket trap from UF IFAS Extension.
Cut the top 1/3 off your 2 liter bottle so that you have 2 pieces.
Add a bait (fermenting fruit or beer) to the bottom of the plastic bottle.
Invert the top portion of the bottle into the base, forming a funnel.
Hang or place traps so they are about 4 to 5 feet above the ground. For safety, place them away from people.
A homemade trap to catch yellowjackets. Photo by Alison Zulyniak

As Hurricane Michael was barreling through the Panhandle region, wasp populations were at their highest of the year. Winds and flooding destroyed many of the nests of paper wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets and now wasps may be aggressive as they defend themselves or remnants of their nests. All are capable of multiple stings that […]

Stinging Wasps Active After Storms

We all know pollinators are very important for the production of our food. Bees pollinate the cherry trees, and then the trees produce cherries. Same with apples, oranges, bananas and so on. But did you know that almost all flowering plants need pollinators to reproduce? The imported European Honey Bee (Apis melifera) is a hard-working [&#8230;]

<p>We all know pollinators are very important for the production of our food. Bees pollinate the cherry trees, and then the trees produce cherries. Same with apples, oranges, bananas and so on. But did you know that almost all flowering plants need pollinators to reproduce?</p>
<p>The imported European Honey Bee (<em>Apis melifera</em>) is a hard-working and portable source of pollinators that farmers can manage in their fields and orchards to ensure a successful crop. Many of our native wildflowers and trees depend on pollinators too. But what did those plants do before the honey bee was introduced?</p>
<p>It turns out that Florida is home to a host of native pollinators; from native bees to beetles to flies and even slugs! Most flowering plants present their pollen-bearing structures (anthers) sticking out of the open flower to dust pollinators who visit the flower for a nectar reward. As the visitor flies from one plant to another of the same species, the pollen is transferred, and then the pollen fertilizes an egg cell in the flower and a seed develops. There it is, folks, birds and bees…</p>
<h6>Generalists</h6>
<p>Most flowering plants do not have specific pollinators; any visitor for nectar can be dusted with pollen. Insects use a “search image” that they store in their brain to find flowers of the same or similar species. Like we use the logo of a favorite restaurant, we know from experience that we will get a good meal if we visit the same restaurant in another town. This benefits both the pollinator and the plant.</p>
<h6>Specialists</h6>
<p>Some plants have particular pollinators. The pollinator is born with the search image already in its brain. It only searches out one species. This guarantees a meal for the insect and the plant’s pollen will only be transferred to a member of its own species. This can be troublesome should anything happen to either partner. In the short term, a late freeze or frost could kill the flower buds of a specific host which might collapse the insect population from lack of food. In the long run, habitat destruction and climate change could separate the partners, eventually dooming both.</p>
<h5>Native Pollinators</h5>
<h6>Halictid Bees</h6>
<p>Native bees make up the bulk of Florida pollinators. Halictid bees are small and often very colorful. These are sometimes called sweat bees, because further north, members of this family will land on mammals and drink sweat. Here in Florida look for the beautiful metallic green halictid bee.</p>
<figure id="attachment_5887" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-5887" style="width: 300px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/hardeeco/wp-content/blogs.dir/127/files/2018/01/halictid-bee-Augochlora-pura-pura-Buss-thumbnail_h343_w513.jpg"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-307 size-medium lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="" width="300" height="201" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/hardeeco/wp-content/blogs.dir/127/files/2018/01/halictid-bee-Augochlora-pura-pura-Buss-thumbnail_h343_w513-300x201.jpg"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-5887" class="wp-caption-text">A halictid bee (Augochlora pura). Photo Credit: UF/IFAS Lyle Buss</figcaption></figure>
<h6>Bumble Bees and Carpenter Bees</h6>
<p>Large, fuzzy bumble bees and carpenter bees serve as important pollinators too. Their fuzz collects and transfers pollen very effectively. Bumble bees are very important to plants that have special anthers that only release pollen when properly “shaken.” The vibration of the bumble bees’ wings stimulates the plant to release pollen. This is called “buzz pollination”. Blueberries, tomatoes, eggplant, and kiwi are examples of fruit that are buzz pollinated.</p>
<figure id="attachment_5888" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-5888" style="width: 300px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/hardeeco/wp-content/blogs.dir/127/files/2018/01/bumble-bee.png"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-306 size-medium lazyload" src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" alt="" width="300" height="237" data-src="https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/hardeeco/wp-content/blogs.dir/127/files/2018/01/bumble-bee-300x237.png"></a><figcaption id="caption-attachment-5888" class="wp-caption-text">A bumble bee (Bombus spp.) on a thistle plant. Photo Credit: Lara Milligan.</figcaption></figure>
<h6><em>Other Native Pollinators</em></h6>
<p>Other Florida pollinators include male mosquitoes, male horseflies moths and wasps. What about butterflies? They are always flitting from flower to flower! Well, it turns out that butterflies are extremely ineffective pollinators. They are just getting a free lunch from the nectar-bearing plants without returning the favor!</p>
<h6><em>Pollination without Pollinators?</em></h6>
<p>Grasses (including corn and wheat), oaks, pines, elms and ragweed are examples of flowering plants that do not produce nectar and showy flowers to attract a pollinator. These are all wind-pollinated plants. People who suffer from hay fever know how irritating this air-born pollen can be. Goldenrod (<em>Solidago</em> spp.) is often blamed for hay fever, but this is actually an insect-pollinated plant, complete with nectar and sticky pollen. In some climates it flowers at the same time as the easily-overlooked and not showy ragweed (<em>Ambrosia</em> spp.) that is really the one causing itchy eyes.</p>
<p><em>Blog written by Extension Specialist, James Stevenson and edited by Natural Resources Agent, Lara Milligan.  </em></p>


We all know pollinators are very important for the production of our food. Bees pollinate the cherry trees, and then the trees produce cherries. Same with apples, oranges, bananas and so on. But did you know that almost all flowering plants need pollinators to reproduce?
The imported European Honey Bee (Apis melifera) is a hard-working and portable source of pollinators that farmers can manage in their fields and orchards to ensure a successful crop. Many of our native wildflowers and trees depend on pollinators too. But what did those plants do before the honey bee was introduced?
It turns out that Florida is home to a host of native pollinators; from native bees to beetles to flies and even slugs! Most flowering plants present their pollen-bearing structures (anthers) sticking out of the open flower to dust pollinators who visit the flower for a nectar reward. As the visitor flies from one plant to another of the same species, the pollen is transferred, and then the pollen fertilizes an egg cell in the flower and a seed develops. There it is, folks, birds and bees…
Generalists
Most flowering plants do not have specific pollinators; any visitor for nectar can be dusted with pollen. Insects use a “search image” that they store in their brain to find flowers of the same or similar species. Like we use the logo of a favorite restaurant, we know from experience that we will get a good meal if we visit the same restaurant in another town. This benefits both the pollinator and the plant.
Specialists
Some plants have particular pollinators. The pollinator is born with the search image already in its brain. It only searches out one species. This guarantees a meal for the insect and the plant’s pollen will only be transferred to a member of its own species. This can be troublesome should anything happen to either partner. In the short term, a late freeze or frost could kill the flower buds of a specific host which might collapse the insect population from lack of food. In the long run, habitat destruction and climate change could separate the partners, eventually dooming both.
Native Pollinators
Halictid Bees
Native bees make up the bulk of Florida pollinators. Halictid bees are small and often very colorful. These are sometimes called sweat bees, because further north, members of this family will land on mammals and drink sweat. Here in Florida look for the beautiful metallic green halictid bee.
A halictid bee (Augochlora pura). Photo Credit: UF/IFAS Lyle Buss
Bumble Bees and Carpenter Bees
Large, fuzzy bumble bees and carpenter bees serve as important pollinators too. Their fuzz collects and transfers pollen very effectively. Bumble bees are very important to plants that have special anthers that only release pollen when properly “shaken.” The vibration of the bumble bees’ wings stimulates the plant to release pollen. This is called “buzz pollination”. Blueberries, tomatoes, eggplant, and kiwi are examples of fruit that are buzz pollinated.
A bumble bee (Bombus spp.) on a thistle plant. Photo Credit: Lara Milligan.
Other Native Pollinators
Other Florida pollinators include male mosquitoes, male horseflies moths and wasps. What about butterflies? They are always flitting from flower to flower! Well, it turns out that butterflies are extremely ineffective pollinators. They are just getting a free lunch from the nectar-bearing plants without returning the favor!
Pollination without Pollinators?
Grasses (including corn and wheat), oaks, pines, elms and ragweed are examples of flowering plants that do not produce nectar and showy flowers to attract a pollinator. These are all wind-pollinated plants. People who suffer from hay fever know how irritating this air-born pollen can be. Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) is often blamed for hay fever, but this is actually an insect-pollinated plant, complete with nectar and sticky pollen. In some climates it flowers at the same time as the easily-overlooked and not showy ragweed (Ambrosia spp.) that is really the one causing itchy eyes.
Blog written by Extension Specialist, James Stevenson and edited by Natural Resources Agent, Lara Milligan.

We all know pollinators are very important for the production of our food. Bees pollinate the cherry trees, and then the trees produce cherries. Same with apples, oranges, bananas and so on. But did you know that almost all flowering plants need pollinators to reproduce? The imported European Honey Bee (Apis melifera) is a hard-working […]

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