Bees are cool. No question. There is a lot to love about these fascinating creatures, but are teeth one of them? The concept of bees having teeth might sound unusual, but if you ever have a chance for a close look at these incredible insects, you might discover (as I did!) that they do possess…
As both an insect and honey enthusiast, it’s not uncommon that I hear people (sometimes jokingly, sometimes not) ask if honey is actually bee poop or vomit. It’s a common misconception that honey, the sweet and delicious substance we enjoy on our toast or in our tea, is a byproduct of bees’ bodily functions. Honey…
One interesting question I’ve noticed coming up from time to time online is ‘why do bees make honey if they don’t actually eat it themselves?’ The answer to this one is surprisingly simple: Bees can and do eat honey – just not right away! The primary purpose of honey production is to serve as a…
Bees are fascinating creatures with a well-structured social hierarchy within their colonies. The queen bee plays a vital role in the survival and reproduction within the hive. However, there are instances when bees may reject a queen, leading to unique changes within the colony dynamics. Understanding the reasons behind this rejection can help improve our…
For most people, the idea of being stung by a bee may seem like something that could happen without any logical reason or provocation. It’s quite common to wonder whether bees will sting you out of the blue or if there is always a specific trigger behind such an occurrence. Understanding bee behavior and their…
They may be small, but in several important ways the vision of a bee is better than ours.
Let’s explore one of nature’s quintessential partnerships; the relationship between the flower and the bee.
Let’s talk about beeswax. We’ll explore why bees make it, how it is produced, and whether or not is actually is wax.
Let’s explore why bees interpret colors in the way they do, and how you can avoid being painfully stung over your fashion choices.
It may surprise you to learn that the queen is far from the only female in a hive. What about the others?
