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The Incredible Resilience of Bumblebees
The Incredible Resilience of Bumblebees Recently, scientists unexpectedly discovered that queen bumble bees are even more resilient than originally thought. Queen bumblebees, along with other ground-nesting bee species, have been found to survive underwater, challenging the long-held belief that bees cannot survive flooding. In some states, flooding is a genuine annual concern due to weather…
Read MoreDispelling Bee Myths
Dispelling Bee Myths Understanding bees and their significant role in our ecosystem, as well as their enormous contributions to food production, has helped dispel many myths about them. As with any myth, it is often laced with truth, making it easy to believe. It is advantageous to continue the conversation about all bees, not just…
Read MoreSplitting Bee Hives in Spring
Splitting Bee Hives in Spring Springtime is when bee hives grow in population, and if splitting is not done, some beekeepers face the reality of swarming bees as they seek a new location beyond the apiary. Beekeepers want to prevent swarming when possible and may add a super or split hives. Smaller bee hives are…
Read MoreBee My Valentine
Bee My Valentine It is not too much of a stretch to connect the sweetness of bees and St Valentine’s Day this year. In fact, the connection between the two may surprise people. When rushing out to find the perfect gift for a loved one on Valentine’s Day, the last thing a person is thinking…
Read MoreAll Hail the Queen Bee
All Hail the Queen Bee Everyone agrees that bees play a vital role in pollination, which in turn plays a critical role in the world’s food production. It is hard to imagine that everything rides on one bee in each hive, which is why the role of the queen bee can’t be overstated. Although honeybee…
Read MoreHow to Xeriscape for Bees in California
How to Xeriscape for Bees in California In Southern California, many have turned to dry scaping, also known as Xeriscaping. This style of landscaping includes drought-resistant plants and nectar-rich flowers that provide water and nectar sources for bees. This landscaping style also leaves bare ground open for ground-nesting bees, which are the most common bees…
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