Bumble Bee Queens Searching For Nest Sites
By A Mystery Man Writer
Last updated 16 Jul 2024
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This is the time of year when queen bumble bees have emerged from hibernation and are exploring for good nest sites, using both sight and smell. When searching for a suitable place in which to build a nest, a queen bumble bee flies in a distinctive zig-zag pattern low over the ground. If a certain cavity or…
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