Bees are the unsung heroes of our planet. Dive deep into the life, habits, and challenges these incredible pollinators face. From their intricate dances to their vital role in our food chain, there’s so much to uncover.
Everyone knows that bee season starts in spring, but the action really ramps up in early summer. What do bees do in summer that they can’t do the rest of the year? Quite a bit! Everything from climate control to nest maintenance, food production, and caring for young, summer is the busiest time of year …
As beekeepers, we know that honey bees are an essential part of our ecosystem. These tiny creatures are responsible for pollinating a significant portion of the world’s crops, making them crucial to our food supply. But have you ever wondered about the life cycle of a honey bee? In this article, we will explore the …
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Bees are fascinating little creatures! They’re essential for making plants grow by moving pollen from one flower to another (pollination). But what about the meaning of bees, and what do bees symbolise? These industrious little insects have made their mark on many cultures throughout history. Let’s take a closer look at the spiritual meaning of …
We are very excited to announce that Revive a Bee is now crowdfunding on Indiegogo! We want to expand our bee revival product offering by creating a gold and black version of our bee revival keyring. We’re aiming to raise £1000 in total, this is the perfect opportunity to purchase our black and gold keyrings …
We’ve created the A-Z of Bees and arranged them into cool flashcards! Did you ever have flashcards when you were a kid? Here at Revive a Bee we all have memories of playing different memory games with our parents. With so many different bee species and so much to learn about the environment we wanted …
The lost bees need our help! We’re celebrating this easter by giving away a huge 30% discount on your basket total. Sadly we haven’t had time to hide any eggs this year because we’ve been too busy looking for the lost bees. Can you help us find all the lost bees? Don’t worry, there is …
To save a grounded bee you can just create a simple sugar syrup at home using granulated sugar and tap water. Mix two parts of water to one part of granulated white sugar to create a sugar solution ideal for saving grounded bees that need a quick energy boost. Should I feed a grounded bee …
Habitat loss is a significant threat to bee populations worldwide, but how does it affect bees and their ability to thrive? From residential expansion to increases in agricultural productivity, thousands of bee species are suffering a population decline and hundreds are at risk of extinction. Understanding how habitat loss will affect bees is the key …
Solitary bees are vital to the ecosystem and are known to pollinate with incredible efficiency. Crop production benefits from the excellent cross-pollination abilities of solitary bees such as the red mason bee, certain types of plants are specialized to only be pollinated by certain bee species. Our gardens are often filled with honeybees and bumblebees, …
When you think of bees, you will probably immediately think of fuzzy bumblebees, their bums coated with pollen as they jump from flower to flower, or busy little honey bees carrying nectar back to the hive to make into that sweet syrup we all know and love. The mention of solitary bees seems to throw …
The world of bees and pollinators is complex and has a much bigger impact on our lives than most people realise, but bee populations all over the world are declining at an alarming rate. This leads us to the question ‘How much of our food supply do bees pollinate?’. In the UK there are 25 …
Have you ever wondered how bees mate and reproduce in such large numbers? Look no further, we’ve created a detailed guide to help you understand how common bee species increase their population. From queen honey bees and the drones they mate with to furrier varieties of bumblebees and their mating rituals, we’ll take a closer …
While there isn’t one single answer to how long a bee lives, the western honeybee worker lives for between 35 – 180 days based on several factors including season and location. Bumblebee workers live for less time between 13 and 41 days. How Long Do Honey Bees Live For? Type Of Honeybee Life Cycle Queen …
You can learn how to save a dehydrated bee in three easy steps by following our simple guide below. Step 1: Assess if your bee needs help If you find a tired bee in a garden full of pollen and nectar-rich flowers, chances are it may have come to the end of its natural life. …
Here are 45 scientifically backed fascinating bee facts that might surprise you! Number 17 could mean life or death for our tiny little friends. Don’t forget to check our our other reads below packed with more fascinating looks at one of nature’s most incredible insects, the bee!
I’ve always thought about where bees go and how they survive over winter and I’m not talking about honey bees. This topic mostly refers to solitary British bees and how adverse weather conditions can have an unfavourable effect on the vulnerable bee population. With so many different species of bees and a changing climate, our …
If a queen bee is killed, the worker bees try to raise a new queen by feeding select larvae royal jelly. The first emerging queen eliminates rivals and mates with drones to continue the colony. If a new queen cannot be raised, the colony will eventually decline in population and die out. So as you …
Have you ever looked out across a field or a meadow of wildflowers buzzing with bees and thought, why exactly are bees even collecting pollen and what do they do with it? Let’s take a detailed look into how the bees in your garden collect pollen and what they do with it afterwards. So Why …
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Inside every hive is a complex system of life that is constantly reproducing and replacing itself. This process requires 3 types of bee in the hive that all have a part to play in ensuring the colonies survival. It is important to understand that in this article I will be talking about the European honey …
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It’s never been so important to create a bee-friendly garden, bees are responsible for pollinating approximately 75% of flowers and crops in the UK. The best thing about creating a bee-friendly garden is that you get to admire your good work. Bees of all kinds will buzz from flower to flower collecting nectar and pollen …
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The classic honeycomb appearance of a beehive is an iconic image. From my very early years, I can remember the hexagonal patterns adorning my favourite storybooks. I always imagined beehives to be the equivalent of pubs for us, where bees go and guzzle honey together and reminisce after a hard day of collecting nectar and …
Bee reproduction is a complex process with requires forward planning and teamwork on a grand scale. The process requires help from all the bees in the hive to ensure the species’ survival. This delicate dance of life is essential to crop pollination globally and is responsible for 75% of pollination in the United Kingdom. Honeybees …
Have you ever wondered how the delicious honey you spread all over your toast is made? The short answer is that bees collect nectar from flowers, transform it with enzymes in their bodies, and then evaporate its water in the hive, turning it into honey. Click here if you’d prefer to watch the video Honey …
A giant ball of bees can be quite intimidating for the inexperienced. But what creates this fascinating migration at such a large scale? Let’s dive deep into why bees swarm, including everything you need to know about honey bee swarms, one of nature’s most fascinating reproductive processes. The short answer to why do bees swarm? …
Why do bees die if they sting you? A simple question with a not-so-simple answer. To begin with, not all species of bees sting; it’s only honeybees, bumblebees and carpenter bees that use a venomous stinger when defending themselves. Let’s take a closer look at the common misconception that all bees die after stinging and the …
