When it comes to beekeeping, your role is to provide everything your bees need to thrive. While they are complex creatures, they only need a few basic things for the colony to keep going. But what do bees need to survive? In the main, bees need food, shelter, and water to survive. But there are […]
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I love bees. But I prefer to see them in their natural habitat. For starters, it’s better for them and secondly, it saves me the hassle of being amongst a lot of flying pests. But in the summer, many people find their backyards are buzzing with bees and this can be disconcerting. So you’re probably
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Honey can ferment in the hive. This happens when there is an uncapped cell which will contain nectar or honey that, over time, naturally ferments. But even outside of natural fermentation, some beekeepers and nature enthusiasts will wonder whether they can offer fermented honey to a bee colony. Fermented honey won’t do bees any harm
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If you have noticed an invasion of bees in or around your home then this can be pretty worrying. Even if the hive is placed on the outer walls of the house, there are horror stories about bees chewing their way inside. But can bees eat through walls? Bees can chew through a variety of
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Have you ever heard the story of the guy who returned to his car after doing a spot of grocery shopping to find it filled with 15,000 bees? Sounds crazy, right? But it’s true. The event happened in New Mexico back in 2021. But this does make you wonder why the bees decided to take
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When summer comes around, you’ll see bees almost everywhere; collecting pollen and nectar and doing their bee duties. But when the sun goes down, it’s not very often you’ll see a bee buzzing around but why is that? Can bees fly in the dark? Most bees are active in daylight hours but there are some
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When I think about a bee chase, my mind instantly brings up images of poor little Winnie The Pooh fumbling along after being caught by the bees trying to steal honey…again. But while this might just be a cartoon, there is a degree of truth in it and bees can get agitated to the point
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If you’re outside enjoying a sunny day and a spot of your favorite food and drink, this could attract a bee or two. But they’re not trying to hurt you, they’re just having a look at what’s on offer. But a lot of people will attempt to swat or even kill the bee. There are
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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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If you have just started a new beehive then it’s an exciting time. You’re likely looking forward to caring for your bees and observing them as they go about their business. And let’s not forget that sweet, tasty honey you’ll harvest. But what can you expect as a new beekeeper and how long does a
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