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Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) adults, nesting in Thames Water hydrant chamber, extremely unusual behaviour as honey bees don't nest underground because of risk of flooding, Crossness Nature Reserve, Bexley, Kent, England, may
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Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) adults, nesting in Thames Water hydrant chamber, extremely unusual behaviour as honey bees don't nest underground because of risk of flooding, Crossness Nature Reserve, Bexley, Kent, England, may
Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) adults, nesting in Thames Water hydrant chamber, extremely unusual behaviour as honey bees don't nest underground because of risk of flooding, Crossness Nature Reserve, Bexley, Kent, England, may
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Buzzing with Adventure - Honey Bees Take the Underground Route!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In a surprising twist, these Western Honey Bees have decided to break all the rules and set up their buzzing abode underground! Nestled snugly in a Thames Water hydrant chamber at Crossness Nature Reserve, Bexley, Kent, England, this group of daring bees has embarked on an extraordinary adventure. Known for their preference for above-ground nests due to the risk of flooding, these honey bees are defying convention and embracing an unconventional habitat. With their vibrant yellow stripes contrasting against the dark chambers below ground, they bring a splash of color to this subterranean world. As members of one of nature's most industrious societies, these worker bees showcase their unwavering determination by creating intricate tunnels within the hydrant chamber. Their teamwork is truly awe-inspiring as they navigate through challenges that come with nesting underground. This rare sight serves as a reminder that nature always finds ways to surprise us. These adventurous honey bees remind us not only of their adaptability but also how important it is for us humans to embrace change and explore new possibilities. So next time you stumble upon something unexpected like these buzzing trailblazers deep beneath our feet, remember that life is full of surprises - just like these Western Honey Bees who dared to nest where no bee had nested before!
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