These insects invade your home every summer—and can cause a host of itchy problems for your family. They often like the same foods you like; they breed quickly and hide in hard-to-reach places. Bugs also can cause allergic reactions, bites, and even cause some diseases.Â
Black Widow Spiders
Black widows are poisonous and like to wander indoors during hot weather. Black widow spiders are these little eight-legged monsters who want to make your summer miserable. If you see a black widow, you should leave the room, close the door, and let experts deal with it. Black widows are shiny and black and maybe two inches long with a red hourglass on their belly. Female black widows are deadly, and they leave a zigzag trail when they walk.
How To Protect Yourself
Black Widows love dark and humid places such as woodpiles or garages. However, they also live in moist areas like under rocks, logs, or around decks with latticework underneath them. If you have any of these locations on your property, it’s essential to make sure that you clean up debris regularly to minimize the number of spots they will hide.
Africanized Bees
Also known as killer bees, Africanized bees are bees, the African Honey Bee (Apis mellifera scutellata) and the European honey bee. The Africanized bee is a perennial, fine-haired bee that ranges in color from light to dark brown. They tend to be about 1/2 inch long. They are not particularly aggressive but have a strong tendency to defend their hives and territory.
How To Protect Yourself
The most important thing is to be aware of your surroundings and know the attack symptoms. If you see a swarm, don’t panic but move away slowly and in a straight line if possible. Get inside any building or car as soon as possible when swarms approach. It is also best to have an exit plan. You may also consider wearing protective clothing such as long sleeves, pants that go below your knees, boots or shoes with thick soles, gloves (not latex), and closed-toe shoes.Â
