Bees, regardless of their type, all have a very distinct appearance. They’re also similar in appearance to other flying insects including wasps and hornets. But have you ever wondered why are bees black and yellow? Bees have those black and yellow stripes as a form of defence. While these creatures can (and will) sting, they […]
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When you rent a property, you expect that the house will be comfortable, liveable and free from pests. However, there are thought to be around 14 million American homes that are currently affected by some sort of pest. These include things like roaches, mice, rats and of course, bees. Bees aren’t usually considered to be
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Want to find out what kind of bees make milk? Read on to find out more!
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If you have decided to give yourself a DIY project and build your own beehive then that’s great; it’s certainly a rewarding process. But you will need to make sure that you choose the right materials so that your hive is strong, sturdy and provides the right level of protection for the bees. Plywood is
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Smoking is something that beekeepers have been doing for almost as long as beekeeping has existed. But while this traditional method might be preferred by some people, others are looking to find a bee smoker alternative. There are many reasons that you might want to avoid using a bee smoker such as an urge to
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Bleach is something that most of us keep in our homes as a cleaning product. It’s incredibly effective but it can also be very dangerous. Most of us are aware of the fact that bleach can release harmful chemicals, especially when mixed with other products. But if you’re using bleach around your bees, you may
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Whatever the reason you got into beekeeping, we’d hazard a guess that you’re still doing it because you enjoy it. However, as a seasoned beekeeper, you’ll have noticed that there are a few downsides to apiculture. If you’re just about to set up your first hive then you’ll probably want to gain a deeper understanding
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When it comes to keeping bees, timing is everything. Bee activity is in perfect sync with the changing seasons so if you’re setting up a hive, you need to make sure that you’re right on time. Of course, you may make a decision later in the spring to start a beehive and are probably wondering
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The last thing anyone wants for their bees is to upset them. These peaceful creatures might be disturbed by the noise and vibration from the lawn mower so a lot of beekeepers worry about mowing around the hive. However, you also don’t want to let the area become overgrown and unsightly. So, can you mow
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The last thing that any beekeeper wants is to discover that their hive has died. Sadly for a lot of beekeepers, both newbies and seasoned pros, this is something that is relatively common. But this will leave you wondering what to do next and what to do with an abandoned beehive. If the beehive looks
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