Dan Greenwood 
Although bees are very intelligent creatures, obviously they can’t speak. That bee we usually see in cartoons, buzzing words out, is far from reality. Bees have, however, other ways of communicating, and today we’re going to explore those methods.
The lifespan of a queen bee is rather interesting. She’s the ruler of the colony. She’s also the one who lays the eggs and generally keeps order within the nest.
There are, however, many questions concerning the queen. Is she really that powerful? What happens when she grows old or if she suddenly dies? Let’s take a closer look into the life of a queen bee.
Bees are an important part of our ecosystem. Because of their pollinating abilities, we’re provided with numerous fruits and vegetables that are essentials to our diets. Bees, however, can sometimes feel attracted to humans, or more precisely, our picnic baskets, but why is that?
It’s a well-known fact that birds eat insects, but, do they also feed on bees? There are actually a few bird species that do eat bees. However, it’s not an easy meal for them.
Bees are often perceived as a summer annoyance—they swarm to your soda, fruit, or kids, leaving everyone scared of a sting. Although there’s some truth to this, bees have a very important job, namely pollinating. A world without bees would probably look very different from how it is now.
Pollination is one of the most crucial parts of our ecosystem. There are many insects known to spread pollen, such as butterflies and flower beetles. Bees, however, are the insects that do the most pollinating, but what is the pollination process of a bee?
Like any other insect, the life cycle of a bee begins with an egg. Every bee species, no matter if they’re eusocial or solitary, produces and lays eggs. The egg stage of development is over in a matter of days, when the bee inside undergoes its first transformation.
Preserving the bees should be one of our priorities. Bee colonies are often being destroyed by pesticides, and the loss of their natural habitats and foraging places. One way that we can help prevent their extinction is by starting a beehive.
Today we’ve put together a comprehensive beginners guide on how to start a beehive of your very own.
Honey is a multi-million dollar industry, and it’s growing in popularity. With more people becoming interested in beekeeping, we’re sure to always have a delicious jar of honey in our kitchen. Harvesting honey might seem like a difficult job, but with the right knowledge, anyone could do it.
Deciding to start your own apiary is a huge commitment; it will eventually become a lifestyle. There are many decisions to make, including size and beehive type. Many people don’t realize that you can actually choose between several types of beehives.
If you’re considering getting a beehive, we can help. We’ll share some of our inside knowledge so you can make the best decision.