We are all aware of the critical roles bees play in our ecosystem. However, having bees around your residential or commercial property can be dangerous. Understanding how to get rid of bees nests is vital to any property owner. This article focuses on how to remove bees nest effectively from your home. But before we … Read more
The Violet Carpenter Bee, or Xylocopa violacea, is a lovely, big, black, shiny bee whose wings have a pretty blue-violet sheen to them. It is a member of the Apidae bee family (along with honey bees and bumble bees). Bees exhibit a stunning range of colors and patterns, from the familiar black and yellow stripes … Read more
Honey bees are truly magnificent creatures. Their complex social structures, ingenuity, and productivity have fascinated humankind for thousands of years. When viewed from above, the patterns and behaviors of a honey bee colony become even more intriguing. In this article, we’ll explore some interesting facts about the top-down perspective of honey bees that you may … Read more
Minnesota is home to over 500 species of native bees that play a vital role in plant pollination. These busy bees can be found buzzing around fields, prairies, forests, and backyards across the state. While the European honey bee is the most well-known pollinator, native bees have co-evolved with local plants and are often more … Read more
Honey bees are important pollinators of agricultural crops and plants in natural landscapes. Their annual contribution to U. S. agriculture is worth about $20 billion, and most of us know how important honey bees and other native pollinators are to growing food for us. Of course, many of us also appreciate the sweet taste of … Read more
We could hear a buzzing sound all the way down the hill! We found her by stumbling from flower to flower. A gentle bumble bee among our flower pots. She’s one of the most important pollinators for crops as a native bee species. Join us as we compare the honey bee vs bumble bee in … Read more
Honey bees poop just like any other creature. Their faeces are often produced in yellow droplets, the same colour as their primary foods. The honeybee digestive system is made up of multiple parts. This allows bees to process nectar and eat in separate parts of their bodies. Bee defecation is a normal process that keeps … Read more
Have you ever been walking in your backyard and all of a sudden been swarmed by bees? Maybe you were mowing the lawn and hit a ground nest, which caused the bees to charge you and sting you several times. Bees love to build nests in the ground. Aggressive ground bees are problematic in the … Read more
Finding dead bees in your home can be alarming. However, there are several potential causes for indoor bee deaths that are often harmless. With some detective work, you can get to the bottom of the issue and take appropriate action. Common Causes New Swarm Activity If you notice a sudden influx of dead bees near … Read more
Discovering that bees have made a home in your attic can be alarming However, bees are beneficial pollinators that we want to preserve. This article will explore the pros and cons of bee hives in attics, signs to look for, removal options, and tips to prevent future infestations Why Bees Choose Attics Bees, including honeybees, … Read more