Bee Knowledge
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This nest was eliminated. https://agr.wa.gov/about-wsda/news-and-media-relations/news-releases?article=32789&fbclid=IwAR1k_faSWZ2fLe-VqHxzrPyTqPqVmSiqUfbBYsthd8SwdNHWCga0mjgEKBY
Just finished watching a film about a troubled family-addiction, cops n’ robbers, etc., but the lead role of Ulee, played by Peter Fonda was exceptional in that he portrayed a Florida Gulf coast beekeeper, whose specialty was Tupelo honey. Filmed on location in Wewahitchka, there are many authentic scenes of honey houses, extraction and uncapping, Read more
Excellent overview and discussion of Asian Giant Hornet, with great color photos of other wasps that might be confused with AGH. Follow the link below. Hopefully, these “bad boys” don’t add the state of Pennsylvania to their travel itinerary and decide to set up shop here! https://extension.psu.edu/asian-giant-hornets
the most stunning collection of bee photography ever produced. If you only own one book about honey bees, this one is highly recommended. Dozens of color photographs provide a survey of beekeeping practices across the continents.
Tagged with Tracker, Asian Giant Hornet Leads to Nest in Washington State The Asian giant hornet can decimate entire hives of honeybees and deliver a painful sting to humans The Asian giant hornet, the world’s largest at 2 inches (5 centimeters), can decimate entire hives of honeybees and deliver a painful sting to humans. (t-mizo, Read more
Just finished reading Stan’s book. He’s been involved in beekeeping in Western Australia for over 68 years-a living legend! Lots of good reading here, as it reads like a novel and not necessarily a how-to book.
Bee venom has been used to treat Parkinson’s and osteoarthritis. Read the latest research. Angry bees produce better venom, Curtin researchers find MEDIA RELEASE Monday 16 August 2021 Researchers at Curtin revealed how behavioural and ecological factors influence the quality of bee venom, a product widely known for its effective treatment of degenerative Read more
https://d2ouvy59p0dg6k.cloudfront.net/downloads/100120_training_manual_for_rafter_beekeeping_final.pdf Read about rafter beekeeping. A fascinating contrast to the beekeeping and beehive management we do here in Pennsylvania. Single comb, sometimes 3-4’ wide and 3’ long, is something not usually seen in our locale. https://youtu.be/UoHsobWN-r4
There are a LOT of flying insects out there and they are not always easy to identify. Here’s a guide to help. BEE FLY WASP Shape compact compact elongate Hairy usually sometimes rarely antenna long short long wings 2 pairs 1 pair 2 pairs Waist robust none narrow eyes On side of head large On Read more
