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Vegas Bees' Secret World of Bees


Beekeeping Success Story in Las Vegas
The Disappearing Honey Bees and How One Family Is Helping to Rebuild Their Las Vegas Garden For many homeowners, the gentle hum of bees...


The Honey Bees Do Need Their Sleep.
The Science of Bee Sleep. Patterns, Behavior, and Hive Productivity Sleep is a universal phenomenon essential for the health and...


A Look Inside a Wild Bee Colony and Bee Removal.
I was sent two pictures the other day, something that reminded me of a past bee removal we did last spring. It was a thriving wild bee...


Honey Bees Can Visit Almost 100 Flowers Per Trip!
The Busy Life of a Honeybee to Keep Our World Blooming. How would you like waking up to a to-do list packed with grocery runs and package...


Can You Calm the Bees with Marijuana Smoke?
Calming the Hive: Marijuana Leaves, Smoke, and Bee Behavior - Fact vs. Fiction The image of a beekeeper using marijuana leaves in their...


March is Here - Let the Swarming Begin
Bee swarm in a tree in Las Vegas. In Las Vegas, March means one thing for those in the know: swarming season has officially begun. As the...


How to Safely Visit Las Vegas with a Bee Sting Allergy.
Don't let a bee sting allergy keep you from experiencing the excitement of Las Vegas! Las Vegas offers dazzling entertainment and...


Seasonal Bee Activity in Las Vegas and What to Expect Throughout the Year.
Las Vegas has a unique desert climate which experiences distinct seasonal shifts that directly impact bee activity. Understanding these...


The Ancient Tradition of "Telling the Bees."
Why People Believe Their Bees Must Be Told of Life’s Changes. Beyond their practical importance, bees have also held a deeper, almost...


Honey Bees Are the Reason My Lemon Tree Is Overflowing with Fruit!
How Honey Bees Transformed My Lemon Tree - and Why It Matters. My backyard is my escape – a little green area where the noise of the city...


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...
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