Bee nests are fascinating structures, and the hexagonal lattice has inspired much human architecture and technology. In fact, many people find them so interesting that it’s even possible to purchase and install bee hives in your home, so you can observe the bees in action and harvest your own honey. However, it may not be …
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Without bees, humans – and most other animals – would go hungry. Experts estimate that between 50% and 80% of the world’s food supply is either directly or indirectly linked to honey bee pollination. From the pollination of apple trees to the seeds used to grow livestock grain, honey bees are a major link in …
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Carpenter bees are harmless unless provoked, but there are times when it’s necessary to remove them. Natural and chemical methods of removal exist, and we’re going to discuss the most common carpenter bee solutions on the market. If you can’t live with carpenter bees buzzing around, or if they’re damaging your home, you have a …
Ouch! You’ve been stung by a bee. If you’re allergic to bees, a bee sting reaction might be immediate, or there may be a delayed reaction. People who are highly allergic to bees will need to seek medical treatment immediately. We’re going to discuss how to treat bee stings, and what you can expect to …
Ground bees hide away, and the moment you step on a hive, you’ll quickly find yourself running in the opposite direction as bees follow close behind. Sweat bees are solitary ground bees, so they’ll remain in the ground and are unlikely to attack even if their hives are disturbed. But other species are more aggressive …
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Sweat bees pollinate flowers across the world. These smaller, lesser known bees are large in numbers, with over 1,000 sweat bee varieties in Canada, Central America and the United States. These species differ in characteristic, but there are a handful of the species that love one thing sweat. A solitary bee, the sweat bee is …
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Bees are one of the most important insects on the planet, but when they build nests near or in your home, they can be a nuisance or a downright danger. Populations of some types of bees (like honey bees) are in trouble, and there are safe ways to remove them using professional methods. But you …
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Africanized bees belong to the order of Hymenoptera of the Insecta class. Their scientific family is Apidae. These are a special breed of bees. They are a hybrid between European and African both honey bees. The specific scientific names are Apis mellifera and A.m. scutellata respectively. Are the two any different? Is it possible to know how to …
Mason Bees Identification Mason bees are the types of bees we commonly see in the garden and different from honey bees in many ways. They are among the easiest types of bee to raise and known to be gentle and non-aggressive. They are called mason bees simply because they use mud and some other kinds …
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A carpenter bee nest puts homeowners in a state of panic. Bees play a vital role in food production, and they pollenate the world we live in. Killing bees, unless an absolute necessity, should be avoided. But if there is an infestation, you may have no other choice but to get rid of them. Facts …