Lifespan of a Honey Bee (Worker, Queen & Drone)
We all know they're amazing workers, but what does life look like for a honeybee? Find out more about nuances in bee longevity and how this contributes to the …
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How Long Can a Bee Live Without Its Stinger?
If bees lose their stinger after attacking us, how long do they have left to live? Here's a quick look behind the science of bees, stingers, and their venom.
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What Time of Year & How Often Do Bees Mate?
To ensure the survival of honey bees, the queen bee must mate with drone bees and lay eggs. She lays new female worker bees, virgin queen bees, and some drones …
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How Long Do Straggler Bees Live & What Are They?
When beehives are removed, not all bees are still present in the hive. Some worker bees may have gone foraging or been flying around in the air outside the …
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What Months Do Bees Make Honey? (with Calendar)
Foraging worker honey bees collect nectar from flowers and process it to produce honey. Honey is the primary source of food for the bee colony. But do bees …
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This Is How To Tell If a Bee is Dying or Just Tired
Death and fatigue is a part of life, but that doesn't take the sting out of finding tired or dead bees. Here's how you can tell the difference & save the …
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When Do Queen Bees Stop Laying Eggs?
The queen bee is the heart and soul of a hive. If she goes missing, dies, or stops laying eggs, the hive, as well as the entire colony, can perish. When you …
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It Takes Longer Than You Think to Harvest Honey
One of the best moments of a novice beekeeper's career is the first honey harvest. After all, it's an affirmation of their efforts. Here's a look at how the …
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How Much Honey Does A Bee Make (per Day, Year & Lifetime)
Bees make plenty of honey, which is more than enough to help them survive the winter. Honey is their fuel for energy since they don’t sleep during the freezing …
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