Honeybees, famous largely for their declining numbers in recent years, now have something else to be remembered for—they may be by far the best protection for the marula, a southern African tree that is responsible for the bestselling liquor Amarula, due to the marula tree’s berries. While no one can say which country loves it…
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For anyone looking to try something new and different as a dessert option, they should try out this Manuka honey orange blossom cake! Coming in three layers with a delicious filling to top each one, you can’t go wrong with this unusual but ultimately amazing dish. Ingredients for Manuka Honey Orange Blossom Cake 1 orange,…
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For those who may have never heard of them previously, chinchillas are small rodents that originate from South America, often found in arid, rocky, areas up in mountain ranges. The larger, more durable cousins of mice and hamsters, these fluff balls can live between 15 and 22 years, measuring between 10 and 14 inches long…
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Benjamin Nichols, an environmental biology major at Blackburn College in Carlinville, Illinois, has discovered the many perks of working with honeybees. In August 2017, Nichols, 23, helped to extract roughly 90 pounds’ worth of honey out of a bee hive brought to campus the year before by another student. He says his interest with pollinators…
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Given how prosperous the beekeeping industry can be, especially for small, local honey businesses, it should come as no surprise when various countries discover new ways to improve the industry and therefore boost the economy. This is especially important given the state many bee species are in worldwide. One example can be found in Pantnagar,…
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When most people imagine a typical bee, they likely picture the honey bee inside its hive or the bumblebee moving between flowers. However, there are also thousands of other bee species out there—some that are no bigger than a rice grain. While answering interview questions for the Science Friday Initiative recently, Shalene Jha, who is…
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According researchers from the University of Guelph, their new studies have shown that three neonicotinoid pesticides (neonics) that are used most for flowering crops, despite the growing controversy around them, pose no danger to honeybee populations when used properly for seed treatments. Considering there are governments around the world seeking to ban the manufacture, distribution,…
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For those who are looking to try their hand at new types of desserts, these Manuka honey pistachio meringues are likely one you’ve not tried making yourself—or possibly even tasted! Combining flavors that may not seem perfect for each other at first, this dish asks experienced bakers to enjoy the ride and those with less…
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Being a responsible dog owner entails more than simply adoring and loving your dog (though that’s a crucial part of the job). This is a real commitment consisting of vital aspects that cannot simply be ignored, so before deciding to become a dog owner, you must first commit yourself to acting responsibly. In addition to…
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As many travelers have noticed, airports require miles of land to operate effectively and safely, but much of this land ends up being a few mile-long runways and many miles of fields untouched by cattle or other livestock, most wildlife, or crops—a lost opportunity some might say. However, there have been several airports in different…
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While it is a very rare occurrence, usually less than ten per year, every now and then someone loses their life after they were stung multiple times by bees or similarly venomous insects. However, while most people can admit to receiving bee stings in the past, few end up in the hospital afterward, but this…
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In 1958, an assembly of African killer honeybees escaped from a Brazilian breeding program and made their way to the island of Puerto Rico in 1994, likely by ship. These notably aggressive bees ousted a majority of the docile European species that already lived there, but the population eventually evened out, producing colonies of gentle…
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Kourtney Kardashian, the older sister of Kim and Khloe Kardashian, is, like the rest of the Jenner-Kardashian clan, known for starring in various reality television shows as well as having several clothing and skin care lines and acting as the spokeswoman for Quick Trim, a dietary supplement. This very public family has become famous for…
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While everyone is free to hold their own opinion, it’s likely a safe guess to say that most people enjoy having muffins for breakfast. However, most of these wonderful muffin enthusiasts avoid baking and eating them on a regular basis for fear of offending their diet and nutrition goals. Admittedly, it’s wise to eat nutritiously…
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For hedgehog owners, the idea that their beloved pet might have mites is not a pleasant one, but it is one that owners must be aware of and be ready to treat when the time comes. Mites can cause itching and even quill and hair loss, and many can agree that the little buggers are…
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