How to scare away bees

Author: William Ramirez
Date Of Creation: 18 September 2021
Update Date: 21 June 2024
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Do you want to scare away bees indoors or outdoors? Bees are generally not aggressive unless their nest is touched, but many people choose to avoid flying insects with a venomous sting. You can use certain actions to scare the bees away from the campground, your lawn, or away from yourself.If you live in an area where killer bees (Africanized bees) live, be very careful as this type of bee becomes quite aggressive if you get close to their nest.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Keeping the bees away from you

  1. 1 Use a very scented natural repellent. Catnip essential oil is very effective in repelling bees and mosquitoes (such oil can be bought in specialized stores or online). Other natural repellents include peppermint or clove oil.
    • Do not apply the oil to the skin of a child under three years old. If the oil is sold without instructions for use, find out (look on the Internet) before buying if it irritates the skin or causes other health problems.
  2. 2 Use chemical repellents. Bees are not dangerous to humans if they do not perceive people as a threat, so chemical repellents are best not used as personal protection. However, there are specialized repellents like the Bee Go or Honey Robber that are used for personal protection. These repellents can be purchased at specialized beekeeping stores.
    • In the United States, make sure the repellent is EPA approved (safe for humans and the environment).
    • Spray repellents are the most effective chemical repellents. Repellents in the form of candles, humidifiers, coils, battery-powered devices, bracelets, and electronic sound devices rarely keep insects away.
  3. 3 Always be on the lookout in the wilderness. Listen for the buzz and don't stick your hands in the crevices if you can't see what's there. Bees often nest in rocks or trees, so be careful when climbing on them.
    • Most bee species do not bother humans, but Africanized bees will aggressively defend their nests. They are found in South America, Central America, and the southern United States.
    • If you hear buzzing or know that a bee nest is nearby, keep pets nearby (preferably on a leash).
  4. 4 Wear light colored clothing. Clothing most likely does not have a significant effect on attracting bees, but bees may perceive a person in dark or red clothing as a threat.
    • Also, try not to wear leather or fur clothing.
  5. 5 It is not recommended to use very fragrant perfumes, shampoo, chewing gum where Africanized bees live. Likewise, loud noises, such as from chainsaws, lawn mowers and other machinery, can cause aggression from these bees. These factors are irrelevant to other species of bees, unless you have damaged their nest.
    • Be aware that some medicines for dogs, horses, and other animals can be very fragrant.
    • Research does not reliably confirm that any species of bee, including killer bees, become aggressive due to overly aromatic odors.
  6. 6 In the event of a bee attack, run to a shelter, such as a car or a building, or keep running until the bees leave you. Pull the shirt or top over your face (only if it doesn't stop you from running).
    • Do not immerse your head in water. Some bees may wait until you pop out of the water to take a breath of air.
    • When you are safe, use your nails, credit card, or similar item to remove bee stings. Do not pull the stingers out of the skin - this can cause more poison to enter the wound.

Method 2 of 3: Scaring away bees from the area

  1. 1 Smoke. Bees avoid smoke or become lethargic and less aggressive if they inhale it. Light a fire or candle to keep the bees away from your tent or picnic area. The smoke from the barbecue will not work - the bees will be attracted by the scent of the meat.
    • Citronella candles, which are sold as repellents, are effective because of their smoke, not citronella.
  2. 2 Naphthalene. Naphthalene contains a powerful pesticide that wards off or kills many types of insects, including bees. Mothballs are often used in attics and warehouses, but some picnickers put mothballs in thin mesh bags or old nylon stockings and hang them in the trees.
    • Naphthalene can be dangerous to humans. Keep children away from mothballs and avoid inhaling the smell.
  3. 3 Bitter almond oil. The active ingredient in this oil is benzaldehyde, which repels bees. Pour some oil on a cloth and place it in an open and sunny place to evaporate the oil. It is possible that oil in large quantities can harm you. Keep the oil cloth away from pets and children.
    • Some people add an equal amount of tea tree oil to the fabric, which can also ward off bees (although this has not been confirmed).
  4. 4 Attract the bees to other locations away from the picnic area. Some people have been successful in driving bees away from a specific area by attracting them with sugar water, maple syrup, or banana peels on the opposite side of the lawn. Store such baits at a considerable distance from you; otherwise you will only attract bees.
    • If wasps live around your area, lure them with sugar and meat.
    • Do not use this method while camping, as animals such as bears or skunks will also be attracted by the smell of food.

Method 3 of 3: Avoiding Bee Nest Creation

  1. 1 Don't leave what attracts the bees. Cover food, and remove sugary foods altogether after you eat them. Use tight-fitting plastic trash bags if you dispose of them in open trash cans.
  2. 2 Cover swimming pools if possible. Bees look for water at any distance from their nest, so they can be seen near swimming pools, irrigation systems and other sources of water, even if there are no hives nearby. If bees have found water, they will regularly (and in large quantities) visit its source. Therefore, cover the pool when not in use and repair damaged irrigation systems, leaking pipes, or other sources of water.
  3. 3 Add some vinegar to small containers of water. The vinegar in the water will scare off the bees and they will no longer fly to such a source of water. Add about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of vinegar to 4 liters of water, then pour the mixture into containers of water for animals and birds.
    • It is better, of course, to add a pine-scented cleaning agent to the water, but this water should not be drunk by humans or animals.
  4. 4 Use soapy water to kill bees looking for food near the water if bee repellents do not work. To do this, put 30 ml of soap in 500 ml of water, and then pour the resulting soapy water into a spray bottle. This spray will kill the bees quickly.
    • The death of a few bees will not harm their colony, but hiring an insect killer is not recommended until a nest appears near your home. Remember that bees are an important part of the ecosystem (they pollinate many plants).
  5. 5 Close all holes and crevices in which the bees can build a nest. If bees are swarming in your yard, you may need to check your home and yard to prevent nesting. This can be a tedious task, but it is much easier than getting rid of an already built nest.
    • Plug or close all holes and slots with a diameter or width of more than 3 mm. Check walls, foundations, chimneys, sheds, and outbuildings.
    • Use well-fitting shields to cover large openings such as drains, vents, unused doorways or windows.
    • Fill animal burrows with dirt or simply cover them until the swarm passes by.

Tips

  • A swarm of bees passing by is usually not aggressive. The bees in the swarm are looking for a new place to build a nest.If the swarm does not leave the vicinity of your home for 1-2 days, call a specialist.
  • Remember that bees are plant pollinators. If possible, leave them alone or hire a specialist to move the nest without harming the bees.
  • Contrary to popular belief, don't be afraid to wear perfume around bees.
  • Cinnamon does not usually bother bees, despite its effects on some other insects such as ants.
  • Calendula does not repel bees or other insects.
  • Lemon eucalyptus oil is a powerful insect repellant.

Warnings

  • If you are allergic to bee stings, be sure to take your medicine with you when going on a picnic or camping trip. Even after taking the medication, see your doctor as soon as possible.
  • Do not try to get rid of the bee nest yourself - contact a specialist. Failure to remove the nest correctly can lead to injury, large numbers of live bees that are sure to rebuild the nest, or rotting honey that will attract other pests.
  • Be careful when eating flavorful foods where bears, skunks, or other animals are found. Store leftover food in airtight containers or dispose of in closed trash cans.