Killer Bees Wiki: US Invasion Risks & Solutions

Understanding the Threat of Africanized Honey Bees Imagine this: Lekker braai, sun shining, kids playing – then, bam, a swarm of angry bees descends. This isn't a nightmare; it’s the growing reality of Africanized honey bees (AHBs), often called "killer bees," spreading across the US. These aren't your ouma se friendly honeybees; they're significantly more aggressive, posing a serious threat. But how serious? And what can we do? The Buzz About Africanized Honeybees (AHBs) AHBs are a hybrid – a cross between African and European honeybees – inheriting the worst traits of both....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 935 words · Courtney Pruneda