Varroa mites are currently beekeeper’s #1 enemy. They feed on the fat of honey bees and vector viruses. In order to accurately assess the varroa mite population, beekeepers need to […]
Beneficial Insects Exhibit
Beneficial insects are insects that pollinate trees and plant-life while they collect nectar from flowers. Insects that are predators of undesirable, destructive insects are also seen as beneficial to human […]
Bernheim Pollinators: The Long-horned Bee
Long-horned Bees are a tribe of bees that include over 700 species worldwide. They get their name from the long antennae found on the males. There are over 30 genera […]
Pollinator Awareness Walk, Afternoon (Hike of the Day)
Pollinators are partners in the dance of life. In honor of National Pollinators week (June 19 – 25) Bernheim Volunteer Naturalists will lead 2 special walks in the Edible Garden […]
Live Honeybee Installation
Join us Saturday, April 12 at 1:00 p.m. at our Education Center for a honeybee installation! From the safety of our Wildlife Viewing Room, watch as the Bernheim Beekeepers welcome […]