In our previous post we talked about the most recent bee attack here in San Diego. In that blog we discussed the differences between wild feral Africanized bees, and honeybees that are bred and managed for use in industrial farming. As we mentioned, the two honeybees (although genetically similar) are quite different in their [...]
One of the most common misconceptions about honeybees in San Diego is that they are exactly the same as honeybees used in an agricultural setting. The truth is that honeybees used on a farm or in an agricultural setting are quite different in temperament. That is because these "livestock" honeybees are bred to be docile [...]
In our Bee Blog here at Bee Best Bee Removal, we talk a lot about what to do when bees build hives in your home or office. The wild bees we find in our environment regularly decide to move in, even though no one invited them. These "squatting" bees regularly enter vent holes, chimneys, and [...]
It was a terrible sight to see. Captured all on live on TV. An exterminator sprays and kills a honeybee swarm during yesterday’s Padres game here in San Diego. For many people, it was a heart breaking event to witness, particularly because the announcer on television was jeering and cheering as the bee swarm met [...]
Jalapeno Peanut Brittle It's almost Christmas and it's time to get your holiday honey. There is no better way to celebrate the holiday and the New Year! Honey treats come in all types of packages and flavors, but you don't want to miss out on these three treats: The first must have Christmas honey [...]
This year you may have noticed a pattern with our weekly blog. Each holiday we try to celebrate its spirit by highlighting a commonality that is shared with the honeybee. On Mother's Day, for example, we talked about the notion of motherhood in a hive. On Earth Day we talked about simple tips to save [...]
Attention all moms. How will you celebrate Mother's Day this year? Have you gotten flowers, chocolates, or a gift card for brunch yet? If not, don't despair. Today we have a blog, just for you moms, in honor of Mother's Day. Wikipedia defines "Mother" as "women who inhabit or perform the role of bearing some relation to their children, [...]
It's January. A new year (and a new bee season) has just begun. The calls from backyard beekeepers requesting swarms are starting to trickle in. The Bee Whisperer is psyching himself up to save more swarms in 2015 than last year. Everyone at Bee Best Bee Removal is looking forward with anticipation at the year ahead. 2014 was [...]
Can you guess my genetic make up and heritage? Last Monday night I attended a Beekeeping Society meeting in Balboa Park. It was great to see so many knowledgeable and passionate bee enthusiasts. One of the things mentioned at the meeting was the media's usage of the term "Africanized Bees" as being an [...]
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