Several types of bees live in our environment. Some of them are beneficial to humans, while others are harmful. Knowing their differences is important because they can cause serious health problems if you get stung or bitten.

For the non-expert, most bee species look very similar, and they may also confuse these bees with other insects, some of which, for different reasons, even mimic particular bees.

We have created this brief guide to help you recognize their differences.