10 Bug Bites Anyone Should Be Able to Identify

Hornet: Red, swollen, painful. Seek medical help if breathing issues arise. Bee: Red, swollen, burning pain. Remove the sting. Allergic reactions can cause breathing issues. Wasp: Similar to bee stings, with multiple stings possible. Mosquito: Red, swollen, itchy spots. Tick: Red spot that grows after removal. See a doctor. Flea: Painful, itchy spots, usually on legs. Ant: Fire ants cause pustules and allergic reactions. Cleg: Red, swollen spot. Can transmit disases. Louse: Red dots in hair-bearing areas. Can transmit diseases. Bed Bug: Clustered red bites forming “roads” on the skin