Bee On Marigold | Harrowsmith Magazine

Where do the Bees Go in Winter?

Ever wonder where our fuzzy bee friends go in winter?

Did you know that bees survive the Canadian winter through a remarkable adaptation called winter clustering? They huddle together in the hive, creating a dense cluster that generates warmth. By vibrating their flight muscles, they maintain a stable temperature and conserve energy until spring arrives.

You can play a role in protecting these pollinators by providing shelter by leaving hollow plant stems, undisturbed leaf litter and unpruned plant stems as potential nesting sites.

Posted on Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
Filed under Environment | Nature

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