Bees

Have you ever wondered what do bees do at night? Of course, we know they are busy collecting nectar and pollen during the day, among other tasks. But what do they do at night? People have asked a few questions about bees’ behavior at night. Even though I know the […]

Honey bees are fascinating creatures. But, let’s be honest, they are very different from human beings. So it’s understandable people are curious about whether or not some of their bodily functions mimic our own. Do Bees Poop? Yes – just like humans, honey bees do poop. Bees eat both nectar

Ever wondered what bees do at night… and whether they need sleep like humans and other mammals? Honeybees do in fact sleep at night. While they don’t sleep in the exact same way as humans, they do have long rest periods where they remain inactive and recharge their energy levels.

Bees collect nectar because it is an essential food source for the colony. Nectar provides the carbohydrates needed for bees to perform daily tasks such as flying and colony maintenance. What Do Bees Do With Nectar? Foraging bees extract nectar from flowers and store it in their special honey stomach, known as

Yes, bees are attracted to light. They have an innate positive phototactic response to light, which means they move towards light sources.  This is a common behavior in many animals and insects. Fruit flies and moths are famous examples of insects that react this way when exposed to light.  Why

Honey bees collect pollen because it is necessary for the health and survival of the colony. Bees collect pollen and mix it with nectar or honey to make bee bread, the main food source for honeybee workers and larvae. Bee bread provides the protein, minerals and other nutrients needed for

Is there a bee following you everywhere you go? Seemingly attracted to you like a bee to, err, honey? Don’t worry, it’s most likely nothing to worry about! If a single bee is following you, it’s probably because they’re attracted to your clothes, scent or something sugary you are eating.

Some people think that bees can smell fear because they chase or sting people who are afraid. But can they really? There is no scientific proof that indicates bees can smell fear in humans and interpret it as such. It is more likely that specific movements we do when we

What temperatures can honey bees tolerate? Do they die when it gets too hot or cold? The truth is that bees are very tolerant creatures and have adapted to live in extreme weather conditions around the world. However, like almost every living thing, they too have their limits. When the

Sudden aggressive behavior in bees can occur for a number of reasons. However, a usually calm colony of bees that have turned aggressive is almost always due to a change in circumstances that has made their life more difficult. You see, bees become aggressive because they have the need to