Join Beatrice and her honeybee friends, Iambe and Abby, on an unforgettable journey to uncover the mysteries of swarming."Bea remembers the first time she found Abby dancing. She could see Abby in the sun's rays. She could feel Abby's dance vibrating through the air in the honeycomb she stood on. Abby danced an oval going eastward then an oval going westward. She stretched a circle into an oval to let foragers know that nectar was about 80 metres away."But as the bees prepare to swarm, tensions rise, and secrets are revealed. Can Beatrice and her friends decipher the secrets of the elusive waggle dance? Can they understand the intricate workings of a quorum? And why does the beekeeper put the queen bee in a cage? This swarming adventure will have you buzzing with excitement, and eager to learn more about these incredible pollinators. For fans of beekeeping, this captivating tale, told from a bee's perspective, is a must-read. Buy now and embark on a journey into the strange and wonderful world of honeybees!
Join Beatrice and her honeybee friends, Iambe and Abby, on an unforgettable journey to uncover the mysteries of swarming."Bea remembers the first time she found Abby dancing. She could see Abby in the sun's rays. She could feel Abby's dance vibrating through the air in the honeycomb she stood on. Abby danced an oval going eastward then an oval going westward. She stretched a circle into an oval to let foragers know that nectar was about 80 metres away."But as the bees prepare to swarm, tensions rise, and secrets are revealed. Can Beatrice and her friends decipher the secrets of the elusive waggle dance? Can they understand the intricate workings of a quorum? And why does the beekeeper put the queen bee in a cage? This swarming adventure will have you buzzing with excitement, and eager to learn more about these incredible pollinators. For fans of beekeeping, this captivating tale, told from a bee's perspective, is a must-read. Buy now and embark on a journey into the strange and wonderful world of honeybees!
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