Shocking reason why bees die after they sting you – it's more brutal than you think

It's a brutal reason (Stock Image) (Image: (Image: Getty)) None of us like it when we get stung by a bee – but turns out, it's far more brutal for them than us. Once a bee administers its sting, it dies. But many people don't realise why they meet their demise – and the reason is rather unsettling.

In a revealing TikTok video, user @footdocdana asked followers: "Did you know this?". She then went on to explain what happens to the insects after they sting you, and people were left horrified. "Did you know that when a honey bee stings a human it actually gets stuck for a while and can't leave?", she inquired during the clip.



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Buddha Bee Apiary added: "They [bees] usually only sting if they feel threatened. Remember, most honeybees are not aggressive. They are defensive.

A honeybee will die when it stings, which means it only stings as a last resort." READ MORE..

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You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy In stark contrast to bees, wasps face no deadly consequence after utilizing their stingers since theirs are structured differently. This revelation sparked curiosity and awe among video commenters, leaving them questioning "But why? " and expressing amazement with comments like "Wow".

If you have been stung by a bee, the Mayo Clinic advises: "Apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to ease redness, itching or swelling." "If itching or swelling is bothersome, take an oral antihistamine that contains diphenhydramine (Benadryl) or chlorpheniramine. Avoid scratching the sting area.

This will worsen itching and swelling and increase your risk of infection.".