Bees and Water
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 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…
Read MoreCan Bees Predict Weather?
Can Bees Predict Weather? Bees are known to be able to predict a storm on the way. As we enter the rainy and stormy season in many parts of the nation, knowing what to expect and recognizing different behaviors allows beekeepers to help prepare their hives for the upcoming weather. Rainstorms most often bring lightning,…
Read MoreHelp! Bees Are in My Pool!
Help! Bees Are in My Pool! The weather is heating up, and everyone loves taking a dip in the pool to cool off. The pool is like a tourist attraction in your backyard, community, or neighborhood! As children, teens, families, and grown-ups head to the pool to stay cool this summer, the last thing you…
Read MoreBees Fly Backwards to Find Their Way Home
Bees Fly Backwards to Find Their Way Home Bees are incredible insects with unbelievable survival skills, including their uncanny olfactory sense and their seamless communication among colonies, sending clear messages through what appears to be a simple wag dance. However, as bee behavior is studied more, the complexity of these fantastic pollinators continues to impressively…
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