The Little Book of Bees
Author: Kearney, Hilary
ISBN: 9780008324278
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Year First Published: 2019
Pages: 224
Dimensions: 180mm x 135mm x 27mm
Format: Hardback
Description:
Bees continue to fascinate and charm us all – from novice gardeners and nature-lovers to dedicated environmentalists – and today, bees need our help more than ever. Discover the story of these incredible creatures, with The Little Book of Bees.
Bees first appeared on Earth an incredible 130 million years ago. Since the time of the dinosaurs, evolution has taken our beloved bees on an incredible journey – and today, there are 20,000 species on the planet.
The Little Book of Bees is a lovely, informative book of all things bee – from evolution and communication, to honey, beekeeping, and saving the bees – all in a beautifully illustrated gift book.
Contents
Chapter One: The Story of Bees
The Evolution of the Bee The Bee Life Cycle The Bee Family Tree Bee Anatomy Bee Nesting Behaviours Bee Factoids
Chapter Two: Superorganisms
Sociality in Bees Bumble Bees Honey Bees Stingless Bees
Chapter Three: Honey
What is Honey? Types of Honey Practical Uses for Honey Honey Healthcare
Chapter Four: Beekeeping
Why Keep Bees? An Introduction to Beekeeping Keeping Stingless Bees
Chapter Five: Protecting Our Bee Buddies
Why Are Bees in Decline? Supporting Our Bees in 10 Easy Steps Providing a Home for Bees
ISBN: 9780008324278
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Year First Published: 2019
Pages: 224
Dimensions: 180mm x 135mm x 27mm
Format: Hardback
Description:
Bees continue to fascinate and charm us all – from novice gardeners and nature-lovers to dedicated environmentalists – and today, bees need our help more than ever. Discover the story of these incredible creatures, with The Little Book of Bees.
Bees first appeared on Earth an incredible 130 million years ago. Since the time of the dinosaurs, evolution has taken our beloved bees on an incredible journey – and today, there are 20,000 species on the planet.
The Little Book of Bees is a lovely, informative book of all things bee – from evolution and communication, to honey, beekeeping, and saving the bees – all in a beautifully illustrated gift book.
Contents
Chapter One: The Story of Bees
The Evolution of the Bee The Bee Life Cycle The Bee Family Tree Bee Anatomy Bee Nesting Behaviours Bee Factoids
Chapter Two: Superorganisms
Sociality in Bees Bumble Bees Honey Bees Stingless Bees
Chapter Three: Honey
What is Honey? Types of Honey Practical Uses for Honey Honey Healthcare
Chapter Four: Beekeeping
Why Keep Bees? An Introduction to Beekeeping Keeping Stingless Bees
Chapter Five: Protecting Our Bee Buddies
Why Are Bees in Decline? Supporting Our Bees in 10 Easy Steps Providing a Home for Bees
