The Importance of Bees

What percentage of the fruits, veggies, and nuts we eat are provided by bees?

• 50%

• 75%

What species is often referred to when discussing bee death?

• African honey bee

• European honey bee

What is Colony Collapse Disorder?

• A phenomenon where bees abandon their hive

• A condition where bees become aggressive

What are neonicotinoids?

• A class of pesticides

• A bee vitamin

What happens to bees that feed on neonic-tainted food?

• They can fly longer distances

• They lose the ability to communicate and forage

• They produce more honey

• They become stronger

What is a major factor contributing to bee declines?

• Lack of beekeepers

• Pesticides, habitat loss, and infections

What can we do to help bees?

• Avoid flowers

• Only eat honey

• Keep bees as pets

• Plant more flowers and reduce pesticide use

What is the primary reason bees collect pollen?

• To make honey

• For feeding their larvae

• To attract other bees

• For building hives

During a field trip, Ethan observed a group of bees and wondered how they communicate the location of food sources to other bees. How do bees achieve this?

• By producing specific sounds

• Through a dance

• By leaving a scent trail

• By changing their color