May 28, 2025

Honey bee colonies are superorganisms that grow throughout the year. In this episode, Dr. Ellis details the yearly life cycle of a honey bee colony. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to “Two Bees in a Podcast” on any podcasting app 📩 Please direct any inquiries to our email: honeybee@ifas.ufl.edu 📚 Visit our website for…

Honey bees can regulate the hive temperature, much like we do with our air conditioning systems. This is made possible by a behavior known as thermoregulation. In this episode of the UF/IFAS Beekeeping Academy series, Dr. Ellis discusses what thermoregulation is, and how honey bees accomplish this feat. 📲 Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and X @UFHoneyBeeLab 🎧 Listen to…