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.
We have more posts on bees for you to enjoy:
- The Rhythm of Nature & the Buzzing of Bees
- Bring On the Butterflies & Bees
- 3 Ways to Bring on the Bees
- 7 Flowers That Attract Bees
- We Need Birds and Bees
- Wild About Bees
- What’s Killing Our Country Bees?
