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How To Keep Bees Away From Your Swimming Pool
Have you been noticing bees buzzing around your swimming pool? Do you know why they love your pool as much as you do? Are you wondering how they can be deterred humanely? The warm summer weather means that honey bees are out-and-about foraging for nectar and pollinating flowers and crops. Basically, they are busy doing…
Read More4 Things to Know About Solitary Bees
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of bees? For many people, the thought of bees evokes images of swarms and buzzing beehives. But did you know that over 90% of the bees out there are considered solitary bees? Solitary bees are fascinating because they aren’t discussed as much as their…
Read MoreCalifornia Bees: Bumblebees and Carpenter Bees
How many species of bees can be found in California? If you guessed over one thousand, you are correct! There are more than one thousand species of bees in our state. Most of them are considered solitary bees, ones that do not live together in colonies. The rest are considered bumblebees. There are several species…
Read More3 Fun Facts About the Queen Bee
When we think “queen bee,” we often think of the one in charge or the boss of a situation. And although this term is used pretty often in pop culture, it’s actually not quite the truth. The queen bee is a unique and extremely important member of the beehive. But she isn’t really in charge…
Read MoreWhat is Honey and How Is It Made?
We all know (and love) honey. It’s the perfect addition to our tea and oatmeal and it’s even great on its own as a healthy and sweet snack. Honey is also commonly used as a facial or hair mask, known for its exceptional moisturizing and antibacterial qualities. Honey has been around for quite a while!…
Read MoreHow To Handle a Beehive on Your Property
Warmer weather means outdoor barbeques, baseball games and dips in the pool. But it can also mean swarming bees and beehives! When you are startled by an unexpected hive or frightened by a huge swarm, you will probably wonder how to handle the situation safely and without getting a nasty bee sting. Honey bees are…
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