QueenSpotting: Meet the Remarkable Queen Bee and Discover the Drama at the Heart of the Hive; Includes 48 Queenspotting Challenges
$18.99
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Book Synopsis: At the heart of every bee hive is a queen bee. Since her well-being is linked to the well-being of the entire colony, the ability to find her among the residents of the hive is an essential beekeeping skill. In QueenSpotting, experienced beekeeper and professional “swarm catcher” Hilary Kearney challenges readers to “spot the queen” with 48 fold-out visual puzzles — vivid up-close photos of the queen hidden among her many subjects.
QueenSpotting celebrates the unique, fascinating life of the queen bee and chronicles royal hive happenings such as The Virgin Death Match, The Nuptual Flight — when the queen mates with a cloud of male drones high in the air — and the dramatic Exodus of the Swarm from the hive. Readers will thrill at Kearney's adventures in capturing these swarms from the strange places they settle, including a Jet Ski, a couch, a speed boat, and an owl's nesting box. Fascinating, fun, and instructive, backyard beekeepers and nature lovers alike will find reason to return to the pages again and again.
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Unlock the remarkable world of the queen bee with QueenSpotting: Meet the Remarkable Queen Bee and Discover the Drama at the Heart of the Hive. This captivating book takes you on a journey into the heart of every bee hive, where the queen bee holds the key to the colony's success. As a beekeeper, mastering the art of spotting the queen is crucial, and QueenSpotting gives you 48 visually stunning challenges to test your skills.
Immerse yourself in the captivating life of the queen bee as you explore mesmerizing photos that hide the majestic queen among her loyal subjects. QueenSpotting unravels the mysteries behind royal hive happenings like The Virgin Death Match and The Nuptual Flight, where the queen mates with male drones high in the sky. You'll also witness the dramatic Exodus of the Swarm as it embarks on an awe-inspiring journey from the hive to unlikely locations like a Jet Ski, a couch, a speed boat, and even an owl's nesting box.
QueenSpotting is more than just a book—it's an adventure. Join experienced beekeeper and professional "swarm catcher" Hilary Kearney as she shares her enthralling experiences in capturing these swarms. Whether you're a backyard beekeeper or an avid nature lover, this fascinating and instructive read will keep you coming back for more. Enhance your beekeeping skills, deepen your appreciation for nature, and embark on a captivating journey with QueenSpotting.
Ready to embark on this extraordinary journey? Get your hands on QueenSpotting and uncover the secrets at the heart of the hive today!
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