One insect that always gets everyone’s attention and newfound respect is the Yellow Jacket. Every year, people are stung by these little devils after unexpectedly and accidentally disturbing a nest while mowing lawns or fields. People also get stung in defense, simply as a warning shot to mean, “Back off, buddy,” when they’ve gotten too close to the nest.

Yet many people, who are simply minding their own business get stung by stray and curious Yellow Jackets. They swat at the nosy Yellow Jacket as means to communicate “Leave me alone,” but they get stung anyway because such action causes the insect to react aggressively and defensively. Getting stung by Yellow Jackets is not fun on any day.