Biting and stinging insects are big problem in Tennessee. They can be split into two categories - venomous and non-venomous. Also, there is difference between the two types: Biting vs. Stinging.

Non-venomous insects bite in order to feed on your blood or skin. Typically, these bites produce local irritation and allergic reactions to the saliva and anti-coagulants. Venomous insects attack, however, inject painful, toxic venom through their stings. When bees sting, they leave the stinger and venom sack attached. Venom continues to pump in through the stinger until the sack is empty or the stinger is removed.

Biting insects don’t often cause allergic reactions. However, they can spread diseases like Malaria, Yellow Fever, Lyme disease, Typhus, and Encephalitis.