Louisiana is home to a wide variety of bee species that play a vital role in pollinating plants and crops. Here are some of the most common types of bees found in the state: Honey Bees The European honey bee (Apis mellifera) is the most well-known species, valued for producing honey and wax. Honey bees … Read more
The medium-sized mason bee’s black and red females look a lot like the much bigger and fluffier O cornuta (a recent discovery currently only known from ta few sites in southern England). It’s easy to mistake the males for faded O. spp. males because they look very different. The males are brownish or grayish with … Read more
The sunny city of Chandler, Arizona is a thriving suburb of Phoenix located in the state’s East Valley region. With rapid growth and abundant flowering plants, Chandler offers prime real estate for honeybees and other bee species looking to setup hives Homeowners may suddenly find unwelcome bees moving into attics, walls, trees or bushes on … Read more
Finding a wild honey bee nest in the hollow of a tree deep in the forest can be an exciting and rewarding experience. While harvesting wild hives is no longer recommended due to the stresses honey bee populations face, learning the art of “bee lining” to locate these elusive nests connects us to past traditions … Read more
Bees play an important role in pollinating plants and crops but they can become a nuisance when their nests are located too close to your home. If you have issues with bees coming inside or swarming around your outdoor living spaces trapping them is an effective solution. This article will explain several easy methods for … Read more
Honey. That delicious, golden syrup that makes everything it touches a little bit sweeter. Honey has been prized by humans for millennia, but where exactly does this sweet nectar come from? The answer might surprise you – some of the best honey comes not from large honey bees, but actually from small, solitary bees! In … Read more
Let’s talk about the queen bee (and no, I’m not talking about Beyonce). When we think of bees, many think about one thing: hierarchy . Bee hives follow a very strict hive and colony structure. Briefly summed up, the operations of a hive are as follows: The queen does quite a bit to keep her … Read more
Have you ever noticed a small, unassuming sweat bee buzzing by and wondered what deeper meaning its presence might hold? Though they may seem like regular insects at first glance, sweat bees carry a wealth of symbolic wisdom. In this article, we’ll explore the captivating spiritual meanings and lessons sweat bees represent Whether you’ve encountered … Read more
Tennessee is home to over 400 bee species, including some of the largest bees found in North America. For gardeners, outdoors enthusiasts, and homeowners, learning to identify the big bees commonly seen in Tennessee can help distinguish helpful pollinators from potential pests. This article will highlight the most common types of large bees in Tennessee, … Read more
Finding an unwanted beehive on your property can be a concerning and frustrating situation. While honeybees play an important role in our ecosystem as pollinators having them nest on or inside your home poses safety risks. If you discover bees have set up residence on your Albany property, don’t try DIY removal methods. Contact a … Read more