In this episode of "Backyard Bites and Stings," Coyote Peterson compares the stings of a paper wasp and a bald-faced hornet. He demonstrates these stings by allowing the insects to sting him on his forearm, while using an entomology net to catch them. He also uses Sting-Kill products to alleviate the pain. The bald-faced hornet sting is found to be more painful than the paper wasp sting. The episode concludes by emphasizing the importance of remaining calm and applying Sting-Kill if stung.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Coyote Peterson is the host of the show "Backyard Bites and Stings".
2. The show is sponsored by Sting-Kill.
3. Coyote Peterson compares the sting of a paper wasp and a bald-faced hornet.
4. Both paper wasps and bald-faced hornets can sting multiple times.
5. Paper wasps and bald-faced hornets are attracted to sweet summer treats like ketchup, barbecue sauce, soda pop, and sweet tea.
6. If an insect is brightly colored, smells sweet, and is delicious, it is likely to attract paper wasps and bald-faced hornets.
7. Paper wasps are known to build nests in backyards and can be a nuisance during picnics and barbecues.
8. Bald-faced hornets are larger and more robust than paper wasps.
9. The venom of a paper wasp is not overly potent and is used as a defense mechanism.
10. Coyote Peterson has never been stung by a bald-faced hornet before the experiment.
11. Justin Schmidt's Insect Sting Pain Index ranks the bald-faced hornet's sting as a 2.
12. The sting of a bald-faced hornet feels like hot lava being injected into the arm.
13. The venom of a bald-faced hornet can cause a welt to form on the skin.
14. Sting-Kill is a product that can provide relief from insect stings.
15. The product comes in wipes and a neon green serum.
16. The serum is contained in a glass capsule inside a plastic packet.
17. To use the serum, the packet is squeezed, breaking the glass capsule, and the serum is applied to the affected area.
18. The serum provides an instant cooling sensation and can numb the skin.
19. The sting of a bald-faced hornet is more painful than the sting of a paper wasp.
20. Coyote Peterson experienced swelling on his arm after being stung by a bald-faced hornet.
21. Sting-Kill's products can provide real relief from insect stings.
22. The European giant hornet is an intimidating-looking creature that is capable of delivering a painful sting.