Insect bites and stings Insect bites and stings Insect bites and stings occur when an insect is agitated and seeks to defend itself through its natural defense mechanisms, or when an insect seeks to feed off the bitten person. Some insects inject formic acid, which can cause an immediate skin reaction often resulting in redness and swelling in the injured area. Stings from fire ants, bees, wasps and hornets are usually painful, and may stimulate a dangerous allergic reaction called anaphylaxis for at-risk patients, and some wasps can also have a powerful bite along with a sting. Bites from mosquitoes and fleas are more
Insect Surfers by instrumental fuzz guitar pioneer Davie Allan, whom Arnson credits as a major musical influence. Also released in 1996 was Rhino Records 4-CD history of surf music, "Cowabunga! The Surf Box", which cemented Insect Surfers’ role in the development of the genre with the inclusion of their classic track "Polaris". In January 2002, Insect Surfers shared a two-day bill with Peter Case, John Doe, George Sarah’s string trio, and other musicians at the Grand Opening Fiesta for Rhino Records’ new store near Westwood Village in Los Angeles. In 2003, the Insect Surfers released their CD "Mojave Reef", showcasing cover art