12 the most dangerous insects in the US, and how to protect yourself

Learn to recognize these dangerous insects that are active in the U.S. during the summer—and learn how to protect yourself.

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According to Brittany Campbell, PhD, an entomologist from the National Pest Control Association (NPMA), the Black Widow spiders are usually black with two reddish triangles on their backs. According to Campbell, these spiders are about the size of a paper clip, but their poison is 15 times stronger than that of a rattlesnake. It causes muscle aches, nausea and breathing problems. Although deaths are quite rare, their bites are very dangerous. Black Widow spider females bite more often than males.

How to protect yourself: People can reduce the risk of Black Widow spider bites by reducing clutter in basements and garages, eliminating the favorite hideouts of these spiders. Be sure to wear gloves when handling any blockage.

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Most tarantulas are afraid of large predators (such as people), but if provoked, be careful! Although tarantula venom is not fatal, it can cause a rash and pain at the point of the bite.

РљР ° Рє Р · Р ° С ‰ РЁС‚РёС‚С СЃРµР ± СЏ: The best way to protect yourself from tarantulas is to keep your basements and garages as clean as possible. Like black widow spiders, tarantulas like small, dark places. So keep your space neat, clean and organized for as long as possible. Dust regularly and wear protective clothing.

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African killer bees are so similar to European honey bees that the only way to tell them apart is to measure their bodies, Campbell said. These bees are slightly smaller and golden in color with darker stripes of brown. While African bee venom is no more dangerous than regular bee venom, these bees tend to attack in more dangerous numbers, Campbell said. Campbell advises that if African bees attack you, quickly run in a zigzag pattern to get cover as quickly as possible.

РљР ° Рє Р · Р ° С ‰ РЁС‚РёС‚С СЃРµР ± СЏ: according to Campbell, you can avoid bees by storing food and garbage in sealed containers. Also, wash the food containers before throwing them away.

Mosquitoes

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In North America alone, there are about 170 of various types of mosquitoes. According to Campbell, the most dangerous are the Culex mosquitoes, the mosquitoes of the Asian tigers and the yellow fever mosquitoes. According to Campbell, mosquitoes are one of the most dangerous species of summer insects because they spread diseases such as malaria, yellow fever, West Nile virus and Zeke virus.

РљР ° Рє Р · Р ° С ‰ РЁС‚РёС‚С СЃРµР ± СЏ: apply insect repellent. It is also important to prevent the breeding of mosquitoes around your house, as they can lay eggs not far from water.

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Red fire ants are dark reddish brown in color and have six legs and antennae. “They sting painfully,” Campbell says. This may cause a severe allergic reaction in some people.

РљР ° Рє Р · Р ° С ‰ РЁС‚РёС‚С СЃРµР ± СЏ: stay away from their nests. According to Campbell, they usually nest in the soil near structural foundations or in landscape design. They are also located on golf courses, picnic areas and playgrounds. And although these ants are often located outside, they can get inside the house through heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. To avoid this, close all internal and external cracks and crevices.

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РљР ° Рє Р · Р ° С ‰ РЁС‚РёС‚С СЃРµР ± СЏ: Campbell says the best way to prevent the spread of wasps is to make your home less attractive to the insects. So before trimming hedges, picking fruit, or doing yard work, check for wasp nests. As with other dangerous summer insects, it is important to seal any cracks in the house and cover exposed food.

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The color of adult brown hermit spiders varies from brown to dark brown, and they have six eyes. These spiders can bite and inject poison, after which it is necessary to contact the emergency room. Campbell says that the poison can cause tissue necrosis, and in some cases plastic surgery will be required. Not only brown hermit spiders cause ulcers. Other spiders can cause similar conditions.

РљР ° Рє Р · Р ° С ‰ РЁС‚РёС‚С СЃРµР ± СЏ: preventing brown recluse spiders from entering your home is the number one way to avoid being bitten, according to Campbell. Seal any small holes or cracks in your home. Wear protective clothing and gloves when moving firewood, as spiders love to hide in stacked wood. Avoid leaving clothes and shoes on the floor and shake them before putting them on, especially if you store them in the basement, garage or other dark places.

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Scorpions are predatory and often appear at night. Scorpios like a warm, dry climate, and they are often found in the desert. When hiking, take precautions when storing shoes, blankets and towels indoors. A slight swelling, a rash may follow the bite, but there may also be more serious consequences.

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Ticks automatically come to mind when we think of the most dangerous summer insects. Campbell says ticks are technically arachnids, not insects. However, you need to be especially wary of "hard ticks" that attack people and pets. Ticks can carry Lyme disease along with other diseases, such as spotted fever or tularemia, Campbell said.

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How to protect yourself: during outdoor activities it is better to wear light-colored clothing and use insect repellents to prevent gadfly bites.

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According to Campbell, this type of bedbugs sometimes bite people in their sleep, and people with sensitive skin may have an allergic reaction. They also carry the parasite that causes Chagas disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 300 000 people in the United States are infected with this parasite.

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