Bumblebee stings Many of you reading this may be fearful of the loud, fuzzy bumblebees that busily fly about during Spring and Summer months. And your fear may well be justified. Bumblebees sting. And unlike honeybees, they do not die when they sting you. Their stinger, a smooth needle with no barbed edges, can easily … Continue reading Bee Stings (Part Two): What you need to know about bumblebees
Bumblebees
Bee Stings (Part One): What you need to know about honeybees
Part 1: Honeybees Have you ever been outside and seen a bee and wondered if you are at risk of being stung? Most peoples first reaction is to move quickly away from the bee or to even swat it away. However, have you ever thought if all bees sting? If they die after they sting … Continue reading Bee Stings (Part One): What you need to know about honeybees
Life of a Queen
Hopefully many of you have noticed the increasing numbers of bumblebees and other insects outside and in your gardens over the last few months. You may have asked yourself, where did these bees go during the winter? Where have they all come from now? The answer lies in the story of the devoted bumblebee queen… A … Continue reading Life of a Queen