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Vegas Bees' Secret World of Bees


Why Bees Can't Make Marijuana or Cannabis Honey.
The internet is abuzz with intriguing (and often misleading) information about "cannabis honey" or "marijuana honey." Images of...


Italian Honey Bees. Thriving Hives with Queen Bee Power.
Should You Get Italian Honey Bees? As a beekeeper myself, I’ve spent countless hours observing these beautiful golden bees, and they are...


The Honeybee Conspiracy? Separating Fact from Fiction in the World of Bees
Uncovering the Truth Behind the Myths and Mysteries of Bees Bees, often viewed as simple honey producers, are in fact important...


Why Bees Swarm to Tree Branches—and What It Means
An unlikely place for the bees to live? Why Do Swarming Bees Choose Tree Branches? The sight of a honeybee swarm is truly captivating;...


Create a Honey Bee Buffet by Growing Snapdragons
In Las Vegas, Snapdragons are blooming from fall into winter. Why Every Garden Needs Snapdragons for Bees. Snapdragons, with their...


Starting Your Backyard Beehive with Vegas Bees
Starting a beehive in your backyard is one of the most rewarding and fascinating projects you can undertake. At Vegas Bees, Pete and I...


Urban Beekeeper's Guide to Keeping Bees in the City
We Have Discussed Backyard Beekeeping and Urban Apiaries Before, but We Have Some New Tips and Tricks. Bees are thriving in the...


Understanding Africanized Honeybees & Separating Fact from Fiction.
The Misunderstood "Killer Bee" and Debunking Myths About Africanized Honeybees. The term "killer bee" conjures frightening images, but...


The Bee Smoker. Our Beginner's Guide to Calming Your Bees.
The bee smoker is an important tool for us beekeepers. The bee smoker is an important tool for every beekeeper, from novice to expert....


Honeybees and Cell Phone Towers - Revisited
How Cell Phone Radiation Affects Honeybees and What Beekeepers Should Know. In our increasingly connected world, where cell phone towers...


Why Do Bees Die After Mating? A Beekeeper's Perspective
Why Do Male Honeybees Die After Mating? A Closer Look. When we picture honeybees, images of industrious pollinators often come to mind....


Las Vegas Winters Made Better for Bees, Thanks to Rosemary
Rosemary in full bloom in Las Vegas on December 14, 2024 Why This Resilient Herb is a Lifeline for Honeybees in Las Vegas As winter...


Bees vs. Wasps: The Ultimate Smackdown
Bees and Wasps in the Ultimate Showdown Welcome to the ultimate showdown in the insect world: Bees vs. Wasps! In one corner, we have the...


The Journey of European Honeybees to North America
Crossing the Atlantic with settlers and honeybees The European Honeybees Coming to North America is a Story of Survival and...


Las Vegas Bee Removal Adventures in 2024
Pete and Betsy working to save a beehive in Las Vegas A Buzzing Spring and Summer with Our Bee Removals in Las Vegas, 2024 As the desert...


Are Bees Invading Your Roof? Here’s What You Need to Do
Bees removed from inside a roof in Las Vegas Buzzing in the Roof and How to Handle a Bee Infestation Safely and Ethically When bees set...


Thunderstruck! How Bees React When Storms Roll In
Beehive in a field with lightning in the background Rain or Shine and the Secret Lives of Bees in Stormy Weather Have you ever wondered...


What to Do After a Beehive Falls on the Ground
This beehive has been knocked over by a racoon Beehive Tipped Over? Here’s Your Step-by-Step Guide to Getting It Back in Shape A beehive...


Do Bears Really Eat Honey? Exploring the Bear and Bee Connection
A funny picture of bears and bees courtesy of AI Bears and Bees: More Than Just a Sweet Connection When you think of bears and bees, the...


Las Vegas Sahara Library Beekeeper Corner Exhibit
Betsy at the Las Vegas Sahara Library Beekeeping Exhibit Discover the Buzz at Sahara Library: Our Beekeeper Corner Public Display At...
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