A Bee? A Wasp? or a Hornet? While nearly everyone can identify the honey bee, because the species is so frequently in the news, most people don’t know the difference between stinging insects – bees, wasps, hornets, and other stinging insects. Since spring is here and summer is fast approaching, the stinging insects of Southern California will be out in force invading picnics, barbecues, sporting events, and the fun outdoor activities that come with the season.    With that in mind, the Preferred Pest Control team has created this guide to help you identify stinging insects in and around your lawn and help you know when and how to act should ...