Wilson-Rich, Noah, author.
Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, 2014.
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- Includes bibliographical references (pages 216-218) and index.
- Evolution & development. The evolution of bees Honey hunting and beekeeping The different bee groups The evolution and development of the honey bee Wild bees worldwide — Anatomy & biology. What makes bees different? Anatomy of a honey bee Flight and internal anatomy Bee senses Genetics Genomics and informatics Hormones– the endocrine system Immunology Pests and diseases Reproduction The bee’s life cycle Pollination — Society & behavior. Sociality Pathways to eusociality Reproductive division of labor Swarming Communication Dance communication Olfaction Navigation Foraging behavior Crafting Nesting Circadian rhythms Thermoregulation Changing behavior over time : temporal polyethism Defense and aggression Parenting Courtship Sexual reproduction Mating systems — Bees & humans. Ancient and modern knowledge Scientific research today An economic force Spirituality Islam, Judaism and Christianity Patron saints of beekeeping Political symbolism What if bees were to disappear? — Beekeeping. The basics Keeping other bees Ancient hive designs Langstroth hives Observation hives Data tracking Urban beekeeping Harvesting Natural beekeeping Swarming Integrated management Arthropod pests Bacterial, fungal and viral infections — A directory of bees. Solitary bees Bumble bees Stingless bees Honey bees — The challenges faced by bees. An introduction to bee losses Weather and climate Habitat loss Changes in agriculture Modern farming Agrochemicals Pests and diseases Other threats to bees Fear of bees Pollinators, the environment and conservation Research initiatives to help bees How we can help the bees.
- Bees pollinate more than 130 fruit, vegetable, and seed crops that we rely on to survive. Bees are crucial to the reproduction and diversity of flowering plants, while the economic contributions of these irreplaceable insects are measured in the tens of billions of dollars each year. Yet bees are dying at an alarming rate, threatening food supplies and ecosystems around the world. In this richly illustrated natural history of the bee, Noah Wilson-Rich and his team of bee experts provide a window into the vitally important role that bees play in the life of our planet.
- Earth is home to more than 20,000 bee species, from fluorescent-colored orchid bees and sweat bees to flower-nesting squash bees and leaf-cutter bees. This book takes an incomparable look at this astounding diversity, blending an engaging narrative with practical, hands-on discussions of such topics as beekeeping and bee health. It explores our relationship with the bee over evolutionary time, delving into how it came to be, where it stands today, and what the future holds for humanity and bees alike.
- *Provides an accessible, illustrated look at the human-bee relationship over time. *Features a section on beekeeping and handy go-to guides to the identification, prevention, and treatment of honey bee diseases. *Covers bee evolution, ecology, genetics, and physiology. *Includes a directory of notable bee species. *Presents a holistic approach to bee health, including organic and integrated pest management techniques. *Shows what you can do to help bee populations.
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