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Beekeeping

Bee Package Vs. Nucleus – Which Is Best For Newbie Beekeepers?

February 23, 2024February 23, 2024

New beekeepers have various ways to get bees for their hives, but no approach is perfect. Two popular options involve shelling out for a package or nuc of bees. Which…

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Bees | Drones

What Is A Drone Bee? Appearance, Roles, & Benefits

February 21, 2024February 23, 2024

Worker bees work tirelessly to build and grow the hive, but drones play a crucial role within the colony. This guide looks at the honey bee drone’s anatomy, its roles…

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Bees

Honey Bee Vs. Carpenter Bee – What’s The Difference?

February 13, 2024February 16, 2024

The honey bee and carpenter bee are eco-friendly insects that do a fantastic job as pollinators. They are both from the Apidae family, but they differ in nesting habits, appearance,…

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Bees

Honey Bee Vs Bumble Bee – 13 Differences Explained

February 12, 2024February 16, 2024

Honey bees and bumble bees are two easily recognizable garden insects. But how do they compare? This guide explores their similarities and differences, helping you understand what sets them apart….

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Bees

Yellow Jackets Vs. Honey Bees – Comparison Guide

February 10, 2024February 16, 2024

The yellow jacket and honey bee are striped flying insects found in gardens worldwide. Although sometimes mixed up, they differ in appearance, aggression, nesting habits, and more. Let’s take a…

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Beekeeping | Problem Solving

What Are Zombie Flies? A Beginner’s Guide

November 5, 2023February 16, 2024

Zombie flies are tiny insects that parasitize arthropods like honey bees. These phorid flies lay eggs inside their victim, which develop into larvae and feed off the host’s insides. Bees…

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Bees

Stinger Showdown! 11 Terrifying Bee & Wasp Stingers

November 3, 2023February 16, 2024

Bees and wasps rely on stingers to keep themselves safe. Some also use this weapon to kill hapless victims for their next meal. Are you dying to find out which…

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Beekeeping | Problem Solving

17 Honey Bee Threats – Pests, Predators, Disease

November 2, 2023February 16, 2024

Honey bees are generally peace-loving insects, focused on building out their hives and preparing for winter. But that doesn’t mean they don’t have to face a slew of threats in…

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Bees

How Do Honey Bees Sting? Anatomy Of A Stinger

September 21, 2023February 16, 2024

The honey bee has a complex stinger designed to help defend the hive against threats. It looks much like a hypodermic needle, pointed and hollow under a microscope. A cross-section…

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Bees

How Do Bees See? The Essential Guide To Bee Eyesight

September 20, 2023February 16, 2024

This article contains an affiliate links, and we may receive a commission for purchases. Bee vision plays a vital role in the insect’s foraging, navigation, and communication. This guide explores…

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