Posts Tagged ‘honey bees’
3 Myths About Bees Debunked
How much do you know about bees? As prominent figures in our culture, we can find images of bees in children’s books, on cereal boxes and as mascots to sports teams. With bees being so prevalent, you’d think we’d all know everything there is to know about them. In reality, most of us don’t know…
Read MoreThe Basics of Pollination
Pollination is one of the key processes that sustains life on our planet. When we talk about bees, we always talk about pollination because of the critical role that bees play. How much do you know about pollination? Do you know why it’s so important? Today we’re going to talk about the basics of pollination,…
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 More13 Fascinating Facts About Bees
At D-Tek Live Bee Removal, we love bees! We find them to be endlessly fascinating creatures. And we are not alone – bees are one of the most studied animals due to the vital role they play in our ecosystem. On our blog, we talk a lot about honey bees: their behavior, the effect they…
Read MoreHow Do Honey Bees Communicate?
Beehives are bustling communities. In the summertime, a typical hive can be home to tens of thousands of bees. Every honey bee in the hive has a specific job to do to ensure that the hive survives. How do they keep this well-oiled machine running as it should? The answer: they are excellent communicators! Honey…
Read MoreWhat is Colony Collapse Disorder?
Are you aware of how important honey bees are to our ecosystem? Bees play a vital role in pollinating the crops we eat, including many fruits, vegetables, nuts and coffee. Without their help, we would not have a sustainable food supply for humans and animals around the world. Back in 2006, an alarming trend started…
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