Bee suits are traditionally white because white is a neutral color that can help prevent bees from becoming aggressive. White also absorbs less heat, ensuring the beekeeper stays cool during hot...
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The bee dance, also known as the waggle dance, is a communication tool used between worker bees and other colony members. The bee dance is used to share the location of pollen sources, nectar, water,...
Beekeeping is not difficult when compared to other hobbies or professions. Like all hobbies and aggricultural efforts, it poses challenges and has some costs involved. But beekeeping is a fascinating...
Bee Nucs: Everything You Need To Know About Nucleus Colonies
A bee nuc, or 'nucleus colony' is a small colony of bees that includes the queen, worker & drone bees, brood frames, honey frames, and some stored honeycomb. You can consider a bee nuc as a...
Quickly remove the stinger by scraping over the top with a fingernail or gauze. Do not squeeze the stinger, as it will release more venom into the skin. Wash the sting location with soap and water...
Bees typically swarm between mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Not to be confused with bee bearding, swarming is a coordinated task bee colonies use to expand their colony. Once the temperature begins...