The claim
Bald-faced hornet stings carry venom that makes the stings hurt, itch and swell for about 24 hours.
Rating
The claim that bald-faced hornet stings carry venom that causes pain, itching, and swelling for about 24 hours is true. The venom from a bald-faced hornet sting triggers an inflammatory reaction in the skin, leading to these symptoms, which typically subside within a day.
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Original fact check ↗Sources and attribution
- [S1] PestWorld original review
Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026