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What Causes Pollinator Decline and Less Diverse Flora?
What Causes Pollinator Decline and Less Diverse Flora? Bees are not the only pollinators to be affected by environmental factors beyond their control. Bees thrive in wild areas where they have choices for plant species from which to collect pollen. Bees are undoubtedly the most recognizable pollinators, but many factors affect other pollinators as well.…
Read MoreBee Venom Is Not All Bad
Bee Venom Is Not All Bad It is easy to say bee venom is not all bad when you have not been stung by a bee lately. As we come out of colder months, bee activity will increase, and even though these essential pollinators are not typically aggressive, the increased activity naturally increases the chances…
Read MoreSwarming into the New Year
Swarming into the New Year If you witness bees swarming in 2026, this is a good sign! Swarming is a completely natural behavior among honeybees when a colony splits, which can occur for various reasons. Bees swarming indicates colony growth and confirms the honeybees are healthy enough to go in search of a new location.…
Read MoreBees In California Forests
Bees In California Forests We frequently talk about bees in both cities and rural areas. However, in Southern California, we have the luxury of being at the beach in the morning and on the slopes at night. Southern California has heavily forested regions with bees that behave differently from those in less-dense areas. If you…
Read MoreA Bee Attitude of Gratitude
A Bee Attitude of Gratitude As we draw to the end of 2025 and look ahead to 2026, it is a good time to realign with an attitude of gratitude for our bees and what they contribute to our environment and the world. The Twelve Days of Christmas song offers a prized gift of a…
Read MoreAll About Bee Apiaries
All About Bee Apiaries If you are not immersed in the world of bees, the term apiary may be a mystery. Beekeepers quickly become familiar with the concept and its immense value to caring for bees. Understanding why apiaries are beneficial and how to start one can be valuable information for those considering urban beekeeping.…
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