Why Bees Make the Best Pollinators 

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Flowers rely on insects, birds and environmental forces to help them reproduce. During a process called pollination, pollen transfers from one flower to another flower of the same species, allowing them to produce seeds. Seeds will eventually grow into a new flower, beginning the process all over again.  Because most plants don’t have legs or…

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How Is Honey Made?

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There’s no doubt about it. Honey is delicious and can be used in so many different ways to enhance the flavor of food and beverages. It can even be enjoyed completely on its own! Have you spent much time thinking about how honey is made? You may know that honey bees make honey, but do…

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Shouldn’t Bee Removal Be Free?

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At D-Tek Live Bee Removal we get plenty of calls from San Diego residents and business owners who have a honey bee situation on their hands and need help fast. They call offering us their bees in exchange for a free bee removal service. While we understand where this idea comes from, we must inform…

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Bees Can Get Sick Too!

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Many people are not aware that honey bees can get sick just like humans. There are a few parasitic, fungal and viral infections that can impact a honey bee colony. All beekeepers should be aware of these diseases and have an understanding of the signs and symptoms of an infestation to keep their colonies safe…

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Should You Ignore a Swarm?

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As one of the leading bee removal companies in the San Diego area, we frequently get calls from concerned San Diego residents who want to know what to do about their honey bee situation. The first thing we do is ask some key questions to determine whether they have a bee swarm or a bee…

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What You Should Know About Bees and Pollen

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We hear an awful lot about pollination when we’re talking about honey bees. But how much do you really know about why bees collect pollen and what they do with it? In this article, we are going to explore how bees collect pollen, what they do with the pollen and how pollen contributes to the…

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