Although bees are often feared by humans, they are essential for our ecosystem and our food supply. We will learn some interesting facts about bees, why they are important and explore the different types of bees. What Are Bees? Picture a day at the pool. Everyone is relaxing in their lo...
Join us here at National Geographic Kids as we check out ten facts about honey bees! Find out what they eat, how they communicate & why...
Honey bees are complex and fascinating creatures. Here are 20 questions and answers to help you understand honey bees and their place in our world.
1. Bess beetles are important decomposers Passalids live in hardwood logs, munching away on the tough tree fibers and turning them into new soil. They prefer oak, hickory, and maple, but will set up shop in just about any hardwood log that has sufficiently decayed. If you're looking for ...
We’re sure you’ve seen a honeycomb before. Its distinct hexagonal pattern is easy to recognise – and yet, it might feel a bit confusing. Why do the bees shape wax into a shape that’s barely ever found anywhere else in nature? Scholars have been speculating about its unmatched efficien...
I learned about some really cool facts and I can't wait to share them with you! First of all, did you know that the honey bee is the only insect that produces food that humans eat? Isn't that amazing? Bees are super important for pollinating flowers and helping plants grow. Without ...
Ten fun facts about Bees1. The Many Faces of Bees Bees are one of the most diverse species on the planet, with over 12,000 species identified to date. From the tiny stingless bee to the large carpenter bee, these buzzing insects come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. They ...
Bees are also vulnerable to disease and parasites, such as Varroa mites, which can weaken bee colonies and cause them to die. How Losing Bees Affects Our Environment Bees are important not only for our food production but also for our environment. Here are some of the ways that losing bees...
Another snail deterrent is placing a band of fine sand about 1/4 inch high around the base of plants - snails do not like to cross sand. We do not know. Neither ourselves nor any users have reported that bees are repelled by Garlic Barrier. But, because bees are important to ...
Honey bees are a familiar sight in gardens and fields as they fly from flower to flower collecting pollen and nectar. The bees that are out and about foraging for food areworker bees; one of three types of bee found in a single colony. You can find out more about the different types ...