Honey Bee - workers licking each other - UK

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Honey Bee - workers licking each other - UK

SPH-346
Honey Bee - workers licking each other
UK
Apis mellifera
Steve Hopkin

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Beekeeping Bees Honeybee Honeybees Licking Wings Working Pairs

EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this enchanting snapshot captured by wildlife enthusiast Steve Hopkin, we find ourselves amidst a bustling hive of honey bees in the heart of the United Kingdom. These diligent workers are caught red-tongued, quite literally! As they go about their daily tasks, these industrious insects engage in an adorable ritual known as "licking" where they lovingly groom one another. With wings fluttering and pairs united, it's evident that teamwork makes the dream work for these buzzing buddies. The European honeybees showcase their unwavering dedication to maintaining harmony within their community. Their tiny tongues delicately sweep across each other's fuzzy bodies, ensuring cleanliness and strengthening social bonds. As we marvel at this extraordinary display of camaraderie among our winged friends, let us not forget the vital role honeybees play in our ecosystem. Beyond producing golden nectar coveted by humans worldwide, these pint-sized pollinators tirelessly flit from flower to flower, enabling nature's symphony to flourish. So next time you stumble upon a field abuzz with life or taste a spoonful of sweet liquid gold on your toast – take a moment to appreciate the intricate world of beekeeping and its incredible inhabitants. Let Steve Hopkin's captivating photograph serve as a gentle reminder that even in the tiniest creatures lies an abundance of love and unity worth cherishing!

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