This bee is distinguished by its aggressiveness and insistence on attacking, it swarms and coordinates among itself, and continues to sting. The matter may start with the annoyance of one or two bees, which quickly turns into a dense swarm that attacks you fiercely. With this many stings, the concern is not just limited to the risk of allergic reactions. A mountain climber in north Phoenix was airlifted to a hospital after being stung more than 100 times in a severe attack so intense that he was unable to descend the mountain on foot. According to the Phoenix Fire Department, the incident occurred near the summit of the Lookout Mountain Preserve late on Saturday morning. Emergency teams from Phoenix and Glendale had to coordinate a helicopter airlift to get him to safety before transferring him to an ambulance at the trailhead, and then rushing him to the hospital due to his critical condition. Since the late 1990s, Arizona has been known for its large populations of aggressive bees, particularly Africanized bees. Experts therefore advise avoiding the use of any scented products and wearing light-colored clothing in areas where bees are present, and it is also obvious to stay away from any hives. When the rescue teams arrived, the man was unable to descend on his own. Experts advise that if this happens, you should run and protect your face, running at maximum possible speed. At high concentrations, bee venom becomes toxic to the entire body. It can damage muscle tissue, overwork the kidneys, and put the body into a state of shock. Officials say the increased bee activity may be due to seasonal high temperatures, leading to increased foraging and defensive behavior.
