When bumblebees approach humans, many will flap their arms and run away for fear of being stung. But do bumblebees sting? And if so, why? Bumblebees are actually docile and peaceful and will only...
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Whether you have commercial honey or have obtained honey straight from the hive, correct storage will ensure it lasts indefinitely. Used as an alternative to sugar to sweeten dishes or eaten as is,...
Carpenter bees are fascinating creatures. They are part of the Xylocopa genus, a genus that contains over five hundred species. Their nature as wood boring insects often causes people to...
What Is in Honey – A Breakdown of the Bee’s Most Prolific Product
If you had to guess as to the most prolific product bees produce, what would your guess be? Pat yourself on the back if honey is your answer. Beekeepers get all sorts of products from their hives,...
Among all the products harvested from honey beehives, the one that science understands the least is royal jelly. Sometimes referred to as “mother’s milk for bees”, royal jelly is absolutely...
The many different creatures found on planet Earth have varying life cycles. They also have different lifespans. Human beings tend to live 70 to 80 years, on average. Dogs max out somewhere between...
