Exploration: Fun Facts About Bees
An entertaining and educational look at honey bee-related information. Some facts covered:
Why do winter bees live longer than summer bees?
Which ancient civilization is know for sustainable beekeeping?
Why are Africanized honey bees more dangerous than European honey bees?
How much honey does a single bee produce in her life time?
How have bees been used by Homeland Security?
After more than 50 years as a beekeeper, Morris Ostrofsky, a retired biology instructor, says he learns something new everyday about bees and beekeeping. Since 2010 Morris has participated in the development and implementation of the Oregon Master Beekeeper program. He is both a mentor and an instructor for the program. Morris is also an active member and past President of the Lane County Beekeepers Association. In October 2013 Morris was awarded the Washington state Master Beekeeper certification. He is the first Oregonian to receive this certification and is among only a few who currently hold this title. Morris is an occasional contributor to Bee Culture magazine. His most recent articles include Overcoming Barriers to Beekeeping: How to Continue Doing What You Love and Swarms are Coming: Are Your Bait Boxes Ready? Morris’ passion for teaching and beekeeping becomes apparent when he shares his knowledge with others. His presentation technique is to both educate and entertain. An interest in genetics and queen rearing has led to a quest to breed locally adapted, queens using graft-free methods.