How do bees survive the heat?
Did you know that bees are able to lower the temperature in the hive in summer?
In the summer period, bees have a hard time withstanding the scorching heat of the season. The...
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How much water do bees need to survive?
What is the use of water for bees? What is their requirement?
Bees, like any living thing, are made up of a high percentage of water. Water is a primary necessity for the...
Why do bees collect resin? How do they use it?
Bees use resin for the production of propolis but also for other reasons: let's find out which ones
Observing the behavior of bees , we notice that during the harvesting phase,...
Beekeeping: how to start breeding bees
Do you want to become a beekeeper? Here's where to start and some useful tips
Becoming a beekeeper today is an important choice. Protecting the life of bees and their...
Queen bees: what makes them so special compared to other bees?
Queen bees are the centerpiece of every hive: let's find out why
The queen bees are the most important individuals of the colony . Each hive is made up of a significant...
How many bees are there in a hive? This is how swarms live
Bees are social animals and live in very large groups
bees live in very large groups. Each hive is capable of hosting a very large number of individuals. On average, around...
Queen bee, worker bees and drones: the differences
The social structures of hives are complex but well organized
The hives are particular constructions designed to house a large number of components. Within them, there is a...
The life of a worker bee: taking care of the hive and more
The worker bees never stop, their tireless work includes numerous tasks
The life of a worker bee is truly amazing. These small animals are able to carry out endless tasks...
Why do queen bees live longer?
The hive queens develop in a stronger way, their body is different from that of the workers
Queen bees are essential elements of any hive. A healthy queen bee can survive...
Apicoltura Laterza in the APIMELL 2022 exhibitor list
The beekeeping fair will be held from 4 to 6 March 2022
Also this year Apicoltura Laterza will participate as an exhibitor at the fair for beekeeping . APIMELL is the most...
What are the bee packs for and how they are composed
Bee packs are useful for strengthening your families or creating new ones
bee packs are specifically artificial swarms "naked", ie without frames , and represent an...
How life works in hives: the work of bees
The daily activities of the colony are truly endless
From the care of the larvae to the cleaning activities, life in the hive is really hectic. Bees perfectly cope with...
Real cells: the "cradles" of the future queen bees
The cells containing royal jelly are intended only for the rulers of the hive
The queen bees are the only fertile females in the entire colony. Each hive leaves room for a...
What do bees eat? Are they herbivorous insects?
Bee nutrition is influenced by various factors
As we all know, bees are basically herbivorous animals since these insects derive nourishment from nectar and pollen of...
How to choose bees for your beekeeping farm
Have you decided to become a beekeeper? Here are some tips
Becoming a beekeeper is not easy. If you have decided to take this path, a long way awaits you. For the success of...
Bees: 10 curiosities you may not know
Are you sure you are fully familiar with the world of bees?
bees are truly complex and surprising animals. The life of a swarm is characterized by really interesting...
Distinguish a beehive from a wasp nest
Honeycomb and wasp's nest: how do you recognize each other?
Very often we come across a honeycomb or even a wasp's nest . These situations, however similar they may seem, are...
What is nomadic beekeeping?
Nomadism in beekeeping
nomadic beekeeping , unlike sedentary beekeeping, involves transferring hives from one territory to another. Practicing nomadism in beekeeping means...
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Ligustica bee: the most bred breed in Italy and in the world
Ligustica bees are the favorite of beekeepers
The Apis mellifera ligustica or Italian bee is one of the most desired breeds by beekeepers. This species retains exceptional...