The only true hornet that lives in the U.S. is the European hornet. Some hornet species can reach up to 2 inches long, making them twice the size of a large wasp.

Wasp vs. hornet: what’s the difference? Don’t worry, we’re not picking favorites today, because I’d choose neither. We’re simply going on a little mission to discover the differences ...

What kind of wasps are in the Lowcountry and how can you avoid stings? Here’s what to know about these pesky summer insects.

Deadly bees and wasp-like relatives, armed with potent stings and aggressive behaviors, pose significant threats worldwide. From the Africanized honey bee's fatal swarms to the Asian giant hornet ...

Although it makes for a compelling video, shoving an M-80 into a wasp’s nest to remove it is a really bad idea for several reasons. For one thing, M-80s are strong enough to cause serious injury.

European Hornet Another common wasp in the South is the European hornet. This wasp builds tan paper nests containing several hundred workers in hollow trees, walls, and attics. They’re not aggressive ...

For the past few weeks, in between raindrops, I have been trying to paint the lower part of our house. When I removed the shutters, I found a small community of wasps, spiders and other insects.

Wasps are beneficial as pollinators and pest controls, but a nest near your house can cause problems. Not all wasps are aggressive, but they will sting to protect their nests or if they feel ...

A hornet with a wingspan of 9.35 cm discovered in Southwest China's Yunnan province. [Photo/Xinhua] CHENGDU - Scientists have discovered a hornet with a wingspan of 9.35 cm in southwest China's Yunnan ...

For those who are curious about using Hibiclens or Hibiscrub as a skin-care product, the good news is that there are several widely available, over-the-counter products that disinfect and reduce ...

Bees aren't out to get you, but some pack a painful punch if pushed too far. There are over 20,000 bee species worldwide, but here we narrowed it down to the 15 that stand out for their sting strength ...

There’s no single best way to make popcorn, but after testing a bunch of methods, we’ve found a few tools we prefer over throwing a bag in the microwave.