This course introduces the student to the amazing world of the honey bee, as an important foundation for the beekeeper. The course is divided into three sections:

• The Science of Bees
• The Life of Bees
• About Beekeeping

Course Instructor

MarkW Author

The Science of Bees

Why Bees Rock!

The Incredible Diversity of Bees

The Anatomy of Bees

A Deeper Look at Bee Anatomy

Honey Bee Genetics

How Honeybees Reproduce

The Honey Bee Life Cycle

Exploring the Process of Pollination

The Secrets of Honeycomb

How Bees Use Pheromones

Why Bees Can’t Fly?

The Common Races of Honey Bees

Section Test : 1.1 The Science of Bees

The Life of Bees

Inside and Out of the Beehive

The Role of the Drone Bee

The Role of the Queen Bee

The Role of the Worker Bee

How Bees Sense and React to Their World

Why and How Bees Forage

How Do Bees Make Honey?

Sticking with Propolis

Understanding The Honey Flow

How Bees Manage Temperature & Moisture

Fat Bees and the Winter Cluster

Why and How Bees Swarm

Section Test : 1.2 The Life of Bees

About Beekeeping

The Philosophy of Natural Beekeeping

Beekeeping with Kids

The Growth of Urban Beekeeping

Understanding Bee Stings

Finding Beekeeping Clubs and Mentors

Beekeeping and the Neighbors

Beekeeping Books for your Bookshelf

Why Beekeeping Matters

The Hidden Benefits of Beekeeping

Thoughts on Responsible Beekeeping

Section Test: 1.3 About Beekeeping