Bees and the Environment
How Will Beekeepers Recover from the Fires?
How Will Beekeepers Recover from the Fires? The devastating and hopeful stories connected to the Palisades and Eaton fires continue to stream on social media and keep our attention. The fire outbreaks that raged across the areas took a toll on many people, including beekeepers who lost hives and honey that is unrecoverable. What may…
Read MoreDo Bees Use Camouflage?
Beekeepers Face Freezing Cold Front We have all witnessed bee activity in our yard, on a walk, or elsewhere. The number of bees we see must be an indicator of the bees we don’t see because most bees are back in the hive, tending to the queen and baby brood. It may seem like a…
Read MoreSaving the Bees Is Not Just for Beekeepers
Saving the Bees Is Not Just for Beekeepers In 2025, there is an opportunity for everyone to get on board to save the bees. Beekeeping is not the only way to help save bees, and people who have limited space, time, and money or are allergic to bees can still contribute in significant and sustainable…
Read MoreBee Symbolism in Cultures Throughout History
Bee Symbolism in Cultures Throughout History Bees have symbolized many things throughout history, none of them representing anything negative. How can something so small be so significant throughout time? The use of bees as symbols of many appealing traits should give us pause to consider what makes them so significant in different cultures over thousands…
Read MoreThe Good, The Bad, and The Ugly About Bee Venom
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly About Bee Venom Experiencing any sting delivered by a bee, spider, or ant is never fun. Those allergic to venom from bees shudder at the thought because this occurrence can put their health and lives at risk. Bees have been used medicinally for centuries, and their composition includes…
Read MoreCelebrating Different Bee Species
Celebrating Different Bee Species Bees are incredibly unique. Bees are complex with social structures that AI programmers have adapted. Bee biology continues to fascinate scientists and enthusiasts alike. Bees are critical contributors to pollination and are big hitters in food production. All bees have their roles in pollination; both social and solitary species contribute to…
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