Ask a summertime picnicker what their biggest annoyance is, and the answer will likely be “bees”. Landing on uncovered food and drink with impunity, these insects aren’t particularly inclined to leave once they’ve tasted the ambrosial offerings that constitute the average picnic. If irate diners press the issue by brandishing paper plates and rolled newspapers, they won’t hesitate to defend their newfound bounty with a sting. Or four.

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