Getting stung by a bee hurts—a lot—and it usually catches you off guard. If you get stung, you should focus on removing the stinger as quickly as possible so you can stop more venom from getting into your skin. After you get the stinger out, wash the area with soap and water. Grab some ice…
Three days after a bee sting, most people see less redness and swelling than they did at first. You’ll probably still notice some redness or a bit of swelling, but the pain and itching usually start to fade by now. Sometimes, a little scab or patch of dry skin appears as your skin heals. Your…
Ever watched bees buzzing around a hive and wondered—are those tireless worker bees boys or girls? Well, here’s the deal: worker bees are female. They handle almost everything in the hive, from cleaning up and gathering food to taking care of the queen and the baby bees. You might assume all bees are pretty much…
Ever been stung by a honey bee and wondered if there’s any hope for the bee afterward? Honestly, honey bees almost always die after stinging. Their barbed stinger gets stuck in your skin, and when they try to fly off, it tears their body apart. It’s a rough deal for the bee, no way around…
So, a sweat bee lands on you. First things first—try to stay calm and keep your movements gentle. Honestly, the best move is to softly brush the bee off or just wait it out until it decides to leave. Swatting or freaking out only makes things worse, since that could make the bee feel cornered…
Bee stings hurt and can catch you off guard, but most aren’t anything to panic about. You’ll probably feel a sharp sting and notice some swelling or redness. Watch out if you start having trouble breathing, swelling that spreads fast, or if you’ve had a bad reaction to stings before. If it’s been more than…
Ever wonder if a bee could outpace you? Especially when one starts buzzing a little too close for comfort? Bees actually move pretty fast, but honestly, most healthy runners have the edge. Most honey bees zip along at about 12 to 20 miles per hour, but if you’re running at full tilt, you’ll probably leave…
Worried about bee stings? Here’s some good news: if you leave a bee alone and stay calm, it usually won’t sting you. Bees mostly sting to protect themselves or their nest, so as long as you don’t mess with them, they’ll just go about their day. It’s tempting to swat at a bee or dart…
Ever wondered how far bees might chase you? Well, it really depends on the kind of bee you’re dealing with. Most honey bees will follow you for maybe 100 feet before they lose interest. But some aggressive species, like killer bees, can keep up the chase for a quarter of a mile—or more. Knowing how…
Ever wondered if bees feel pain when they get hurt? Scientists have dug into this question for years. While bees don’t feel pain exactly like mammals, there’s growing evidence that bees experience something similar and react in ways that help them survive. Bees behave in ways that suggest they notice injuries. For instance, they might…