Honey bees live surprisingly different lifespans depending on their caste—workers, drones, or queens—and the environment in which they live. Factors such as season, climate, workload, … Read More
Honey bee nests play a crucial role in the life cycle of a colony, but they can also become a concern when built inside homes, … Read More
Understanding the differences between bumble bees and honey bees is essential for gardeners, homeowners, students, and anyone interested in pollinators. Although both bees play important … Read More
Africanized honey bees—popularly known as “killer bees”—are one of the most misunderstood insects in the Americas. Despite their alarming reputation, these bees are not a … Read More
Honey bees have become one of the most frequently discussed insects in modern environmental conversations. Although they are often described as “endangered,” the truth is … Read More
Most people associate bees with honey, but few understand why bees make honey, how they use it, and what happens to the honey stored inside … Read More
All bees are linked with honey in the public imagination, but in reality only a tiny percentage of the world’s 20,000+ bee species make any … Read More
Carpenter bees are valuable pollinators, but their habit of drilling perfectly round holes into decks, railings, fences, and home trim can lead to worry and … Read More
Carpenter bees are often known for drilling into wood, leaving perfectly round entry holes that frustrate homeowners. But beyond this behavior lies an important ecological … Read More
Carpenter bees are large, gentle pollinators often mistaken for bumble bees. While helpful in nature, they cause concern because they hover close to people and … Read More
