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Wasps and beekeepers

Posted on September 20, 2020 by jen3972

It's that time of year when wasps become increasingly reviled by beekeepers. The ecology of wasps differs from bees in many ways despite their relatedness. Wasps are omnivores, and feed their larvae protein in the form of other insects (including bees and their grubs), and the adults consume carbohydrates in the form of any sugar, … Continue reading Wasps and beekeepers →

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Reducing the Hive Entrance

Posted on August 5, 2019 by jen3972

The wasps are out in force at the moment as they no longer have brood to look after, and therefore are not only , but also deprived of their sugary hit they have been getting from the larvae. Wasps catch meaty prey for the larvae but cannot digest it themselves, so chew it up for … Continue reading Reducing the Hive Entrance →

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