Africanized Bees
Apis mellifera scutellata
How to Identify
– Look for fast-moving swarms near trees and roofs.
– Watch for many guard bees near small openings.
– Hear loud, steady buzzing in wall or yard.
– Notice bees visiting the same hole all day.
Health Risks
Venom is identical to European honey bee but colonies are highly defensive and respond to disturbance in vastly greater numbers over longer distances; mass-stinging events can be fatal to humans and livestock even without individual allergy.
They attack in large numbers and can kill. Even non-allergic people face great danger.
Our Treatment Method
Licensed professional removal only — do not approach suspected Africanized hives; full bee suit required; eradicate colony before attempting removal of comb to prevent secondary infestation.
We call licensed bee removers with full suits. They remove colonies then fix the nest site.
Prevention Tips
– Inspect property regularly for swarms or colony establishment in structural voids.
– Seal utility meter boxes, water meter voids, and tree cavities to eliminate nest sites.
– Do not attempt DIY nest removal — call a licensed professional immediately.
– Keep pets and children indoors if a swarm is detected nearby.
– Know your nearest emergency contact and bee removal professional before an event occurs.
– Seal meter boxes, vents, and small wall holes.
– Trim tree branches away from roofs and eaves.
– Do not try to remove a hive yourself.
– Keep kids and pets inside during nearby swarms.
Habitat & Behavior
Local Prevalence
Protection Plans
Choose Your Level of Protection
Every plan includes free re-treatments, a dedicated technician, and our No-Bug Guarantee.
Basic Protection
- Monthly exterior and interior treatments targeting scorpions, ants, roaches, and spiders for year-round protection.
- Rodent and cockroach monitoring with bait stations and glue boards to proactively control infestations.
- Priority same or next day response for scorpion sightings to keep your family safe.
- Minor exclusion repairs valued up to $100 annually included to seal pest entry points.
Premium Protection
- Monthly exterior and interior pest treatments targeting scorpions, ants, spiders, and cockroaches for consistent, all-around protection.
- Priority same or next-day response for scorpion sightings to keep your family safe year-round.
- Included monitoring and control for rodents using discreet bait stations and glue boards inside and out.
- No-charge minor pest exclusion repairs up to $100 annually to block entry points and reduce infestations.
Ultimate Protection
- Monthly exterior and interior spot treatments proactively targeting ants, spiders, cockroaches, and scorpions.
- Monitoring and bait stations for rodents and cockroaches included to keep Tucson homes rodent-free.
- Priority same or next-day response for scorpion sightings between visits at no extra charge.
- Minor exclusion repairs up to $100 annually to seal common pest entry points and strengthen protection.
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Every day you wait gives pests more time to multiply and cause damage. Our licensed technicians are ready to help — often the same day you call.
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