How To Identify Bumblebees | Bee Facts & Information - Orkin

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There may be times when it is necessary to use measures to control bumblebees. If so, control basically involves both proactive, preventive measures as well as the use of insecticides as the last resort. Some prevention and control measures that work well include:

  • An inspection and management plan prepared by your pest management professional. Always seek out the advice and assistance of your pest management professional before deciding to destroy a bumblebee nest. If control is necessary, your pest management professional will have the proper safety and control equipment to get the job done effectively and efficiently.

  • Sealing holes, cracks and gaps in structures so bumblebees are not able to build a nest in voids or other structure related locations. Sometimes, but not often, a new queen will use an old nest site to begin her new nest. Simply sealing the opening to the old nest will help prevent reuse.

  • Taking precautions to avoid locations that are close to the nest.

  • Using insecticide dusts or liquid sprays. Dust formulations applied at the nest entrance typically work best. While the nest opening should be sealed, wait until you do not see any bumblebees entering or exiting the nest.

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