Why Do Bees Dance?
Honey bees are unique creatures, not only for their production of honey, propolis, and royal jelly, but their methods of communication are unique to the Apis genus. Why do bees dance? Bees … Read more
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Bumblebees – A Quick Guide
From the Bombus genus, meaning “humming” or “buzzing” in Ancient Greek, bumblebees are social insects. They are often large, hairy bees that represent roughly 250 species. Their range spreads all … Read more
Do Spiders Sleep?
No. Spiders don’t lay down and close their eyes like humans, and most mammals do. Spiders can’t close their eyes because they don’t have eyelids. This doesn’t mean that they … Read more
Tiger Beetles – A Quick Guide
What is a tiger beetle? Tiger beetles are a group of beetles known for their slender legs, bulging eyes, and threatening looking jaws. There are over 2,600 species of this … Read more
How To Identify and Get Rid of Wolf Spiders
Wolf spiders are intimidating spiders. When you see one in your home it can be the thing of nightmares. They are big, fast, and they can even jump. Although they … Read more
Dragonflies – A Quick Guide
Dragonflies may be a majestic mystery to you, but these are actually very fascinating insects. Here you will find some of the most common questions answered. What is a Dragonfly? … Read more
Praying Mantises – A Quick Guide
What is a praying mantis? A praying mantis is an insect with 2400 species found worldwide. Depending on their environment they adapt for camouflage resulting in some truly spectacular colorations. … Read more
Honey Bees – A Quick Guide
Honeybees are well known for being laborious pollinators, as well as creating a variety of wonderful products such as honey and wax. Despite the wide use of these goods, the … Read more
How Long Do House Spiders Live?
Spider’s average lifespan is about a year, but this could vary per species, gender and environment. Female spiders tend to live longer than males. Certain species also live longer than … Read more
Bald-Faced Hornets – A Quick Guide
The bald-faced hornet, Dolichovespula maculat, is also known as the black-jacket and the bull wasp. They are found across North America. Despite its common name it is from the Vespula … Read more