There are about 300 types in the UK.

Bees are found on every continent, except Antarctica, and live on pollen and nectar.

The bee's stinging mechanism is similar to that of a wasp but after delivering a sting they will die. As with wasps, the toxins provoke an immune response that causes a swelling.

If you are stung remove the entire sting to avoid infection.

A sting in the wrong place can cause a swelling that will obstruct breathing, but, unless you have an allergy to bee stings, while painful, they are unlikely to cause serious damage.

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