Garden Insects

No, grasshoppers do not eat bees. The insects in question (Caelifera suborder) number among the world's herbivores. They prioritize such vegetation as grasses, whose consumption may involve accidental ingestion of tissue and of wastes from arthropod pests.

Bum worms are usually treated with medications prescribed by a doctor, such as antiparasitic drugs. It is important to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands thoroughly and regularly, to prevent re-infection. Additionally, washing clothes and bedding in hot water can help eliminate any eggs or larvae that may be present.

Aphids, frit flies (Oscinella frit), garden chafers (Phyllopertha orticola) and leatherjackets (Tipula spp) are examples of bugs that eat grass in Italy. They may be joined in grass-feeding fests by the larval stage of swift moths (Hepialus lupulinus) and the wireworm stage of click beetles (Agriotes spp). Italian ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum) particularly suffers from frit fly infestations.

Bees eat nectar because it is a source of energy for them. Nectar is rich in sugars, which provide them with the carbohydrates they need to fuel their activities, such as flying and foraging. Bees also collect nectar to make honey, which is stored as food for the colony.

About two thousand on each side of the frame, so 4000 per frame.

That the bin has a lot of starchy or acidic kitchen scraps within its compostable materials and that the drainage may need adjusting are reasons why worm bins and compost piles end up with tiny white worms. The white worms [Enchytraeidae family] also are called 'pot worms' and 'enchytraeids'. Problem solving includes adding a sprinkling of lime to raise the pH more towards the general neutral range of 6.8-7.3, monitoring the type of food scraps being used, and correcting drainage for an overall consistency like that of a wrung out sponge.

A honey stomach of a bee is a specialized organ that allows bees to store nectar collected from flowers. This nectar is then transported back to the hive where it is converted into honey by enzymes produced in the bees' bodies. The honey stomach plays a crucial role in the honey-making process.

Dying, lacking food or water, playing dead and suffering injury are reasons why ladybugs turn over onto their shells. A nervous system compromised by decline, dehydration, disease, starvation or wounds makes it difficult if not impossible for a ladybug to maintain a typical ambulatory position with legs on the group and shell in the air. Ladybugs turn out to be competitive with opossums in playing dead by falling onto or rolling onto their shell and stiffening their legs.

To make a worm bed, you can use a bin with drainage holes, add bedding material like shredded paper or leaf litter, moisten the bedding, and introduce worms such as red wigglers. Make sure to feed the worms a balanced diet of kitchen scraps and avoid adding meat, dairy, or oily foods. Monitor the moisture levels and temperature, and give the worms time to settle in and start composting.

Honey bees use their brains for various functions, such as navigating their surroundings, communicating with other bees through dance, learning and remembering floral patterns, and making decisions to optimize honey production and survival of the colony. Their brains are essential for their complex social behaviors and for maintaining the organization and efficiency of the hive.

White, Sweet white and yellow, red, crimson and Alsike clovers are the best types for honey bees [subgenera Micrapis, Megapis, Apis]. White, red, crimson and alsike clover [Trifolium repens, T. pratense, T. incarnatum, T. hybridum] are important during their bloom times of June and July. Sweet white and yellow [Melilotus alba, M. officinalis] are critical because of their bloom times from May through August.

Yes, mason bees sting if they are female even though no, they do not if they are male. Female mason bees sting, less painfully than honey bee or wasp stings, only if they're in serious danger, such as being trapped in clothing or getting purposely caught in the hand. Male mason bees have male genitalia instead of an ovipositor, and therefore they cannot sting.

In the wild, the honey would be a food store for the following winter, when nectar was not available.

If a beekeeper takes honey from the hive he will always make sure the bees have enough food for the winter, supplementing it with sugar syrup if necessary.

Bees within one hive can communicate with bees from another hive through scent trails, which they use to signal the location of food sources or new hive locations. This communication enables bees to share information and resources with bees from different hives within the same colony.

Yes, and no, it depends on the pitch from your lawnmowers engine because the sound can simulate a bear roaring, which is the bees most dangerous foe. It's all sound waves.

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Yes, for two reasons. Firstly, they don't like the vibration that the mower causes and will often come out to investigate; and secondly they don't like the smell of the exhaust fumes from the mower engine.<br>Bees will often mob a petrol mower close to the hive, and even an electric mower can attract their attention.

Fall, spring and summer are the seasons in which ladybugs can be seen outdoors. Winter is the season that ladybugs may be observed indoors. The insects in question (Coccinellidae family) likewise may be viewed outdoors under fallen leaves, logs and rocks.

Honey bees primarily eat nectar and pollen collected from flowers. As an alternative food source, they can also consume sugar syrup or honey provided by beekeepers. It's important to ensure the alternative food is nutritionally balanced to support the health of the honey bees.

The average speed of a honey bee is around 15 miles per hour when flying. Honey bees can fly at varying speeds depending on factors such as weather conditions and the purpose of their flight.

No, it is not safe to consume honey from a hive that has been sprayed with Raid or any other insecticide. The chemicals could contaminate the honey, making it harmful for consumption. It is important to avoid using insecticides near beehives to protect the bees and their honey.

Yes, honey is generally safe to consume during pregnancy when pasteurized. It is a natural sweetener that provides some nutritional benefits. However, pregnant women should avoid consuming raw or unpasteurized honey due to the risk of bacterial contamination.

Honey bees do not excrete waste from their digestive system like mammals do. They release waste (e.g. feces) from their bodies through their hindgut. However, honey bees do excrete excess water as they regulate the water content in the hive through evaporative cooling.

Harvesting honey involves removing combs from hives, which can disturb bees. However, when done carefully and responsibly, it doesn't necessarily kill the bees. Beekeepers aim to minimize harm to the bees during the process.

Fungus is what a colony of leafcutter ants [Attaspp, Acromyrmex spp] eat. That's why they slice out leafy chunks with their scissor-sharp jaws. The leaves are so important to growing the underground fungus that small but ferocious guard ants ride atop the leaves that the cutters bring back to the colony. A colony may have 5 million members in a 25 foot [7.62 meters] nest that's divided into hundreds of small rooms.