Another time I was approaching the apiary and a swarm of bees was congregating above it. Once the correct bees were out of the hive, they all set off at high speed across the fields and out of sight to cluster again in a more remote location. Allowing some our bees to swarm and tryi...
it felt like I just got pricked by a rose thorn. Then, I saw the YJ fall to ground and I stomped it with my shovel. I ran away right away cause there were other mad YJs swarming around.
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Western Honey Bees replicate colonies by the process of swarming. This means one colony divides into 2 or more colonies as it grows. Establishing new colonies typically happens in the summer. These bees survive winter if properly fed. Western Honey bees are known for their large honey production...
Beekeeping is on the rise as more people become aware of the benefits of homegrown honey. Many people use honey to sweeten food in a much healthier way than sugar. Local honey may also help in the management of allergies because bees make...
If you hear angry, swarming hornets, cover your head with your hands and run toward shelter. 5 Check the nest after at least 1 day, and reapply insecticide if necessary. Wait 24 to 48 hours, then head back to the nest to check your work. If you see any remaining active hornets, go...
sweat pants. I did not know that they can pierce through your clothing. When the YJ stung me, it felt like I just got pricked by a rose thorn. Then, I saw the YJ fall to ground and I stomped it with my shovel. I ran away right away cause there were other mad YJs swarming ...