Stinging or Venomous Insects and Related Pests: ENY-215/IG099, 1/2002

P.G. Koehler; D.E. Short

doi:10.32473/edis-ig099-1994

Vol. 2002 No. 1, Historical Fact Sheets

Vol. 2002 No. 1

Stinging or Venomous Insects and Related Pests: ENY-215/IG099, 1/2002

Historical Fact Sheets

https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-ig099-1994

Published 2002-01-01

P.G. Koehler⁺⁻
D.E. Short⁺⁻

P.G. Koehler

University of Florida

D.E. Short

University of Florida

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Keywords

Insects

How to Cite

Koehler, P.G., and D.E. Short. 2002. “Stinging or Venomous Insects and Related Pests: ENY-215 IG099, 1 2002”. EDIS 2002 (1). Gainesville, FL. https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-ig099-1994.

Abstract

This document provides an overview of stinging or venomous insects and related pests in Florida. It categorizes venoms into four types: vesicating, neurotoxic, cytolytic/hemolytic, and hemorrhagic. The article emphasizes the importance of allergic reactions, which are often more severe than the toxic effects. It outlines immediate actions to take following stings or bites and offers prevention tips. Additionally, it describes common venomous arthropods, including bees, wasps, scorpions, spiders, fire ants, velvet ants, wheel bugs, blister beetles, and stinging caterpillars, along with control measures for each. Publication date: October 1994.

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