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What Does A Queen Bee Look Like?
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What Does A Queen Bee Look Like?

November 18, 2022November 19, 2022

If you’re getting started as a beekeeper, you may wonder how to identify the queen bee. At a glance, she appears to blend in with the other bees, but no…

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Russian Bees Vs. Italian Bees – Comparison Guide
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Russian Bees Vs. Italian Bees – Comparison Guide

October 25, 2022October 25, 2022

Russian and Italian bees are both excellent options for beekeepers, but which is best? They differ in appearance, but what matters more is their character traits. Factors like swarm tendency,…

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What Is A Queen Cup? Get The Facts
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What Is A Queen Cup? Get The Facts

September 11, 2022September 11, 2022

Queen cups are often found on hives which causes some beekeepers to busily tear them off. Will removing them help your bees or just distract them from their work? This…

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

August 4, 2022August 4, 2022

The honey bee and carpenter bee are both eco-friendly insects that do a fantastic job as pollinators. They are both from the Apidae family but side by side, each species…

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Honey Bee Vs. Mason Bee – Comparison Guide
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Honey Bee Vs. Mason Bee – Comparison Guide

August 2, 2022August 4, 2022

The honey bee and mason bee are both super-helpful insects. Honey bees produce honey and contribute to pollinating crops around the world. Mason bees may not provide any resources, but…

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Yellow Jackets Vs. Honey Bees – Comparison Guide
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Yellow Jackets Vs. Honey Bees – Comparison Guide

July 26, 2022August 4, 2022

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

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7 Honey Bee Breeds + FREE eBook
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7 Honey Bee Breeds + FREE eBook

July 18, 2022December 13, 2022

Honey bees may all look similar, but each breed has a unique set of character traits. Beekeepers have a much greater chance of success if they choose a strain of…

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What Are Italian Bees? Traits, Pros, And Cons
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What Are Italian Bees? Traits, Pros, And Cons

July 15, 2022October 25, 2022

Italian bee: Apis mellifera ligustica The Italian honey bee is the most popular breed with beekeepers worldwide. Found in climates ranging from icy cold through to tropical, these bees are…

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What Are Carniolan Bees? A Beekeeper’s Guide
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What Are Carniolan Bees? A Beekeeper’s Guide

July 13, 2022July 18, 2022

Carniolan honey bee: Apis mellifera carnica Carniolans are a subspecies of the western honey bee, native to the Carniola region of Slovenia. They’re a popular choice with hobbyist beekeepers in…

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What Is A Cordovan Bee? Quick Beekeeper’s Guide
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What Is A Cordovan Bee? Quick Beekeeper’s Guide

July 9, 2022July 18, 2022

Cordovan bees are one of the easiest varieties to recognize thanks to their beautiful golden color. Not technically a race of their own, they are a subset of the Italian…

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