Bees get thirsty, just like humans. They need a source of water to stay healthy and safe. Not only do bees drink the water, but they also use it for:
-
Air conditioning - During hot days, bees will spread a thin film of water over the baby bee cells. The water will evaporate, cooling the hive.
-
Feeding baby bees - Nurse bees feed developing larvae (aka baby bees) a diet of water, pollen, nectar, and royal jelly. This diet can be up to 80% water on the first day!
-
Diluting honey - Bees eat their own honey. Sometimes, the honey will crystallize or get too thick. When this happens, bees use water to dilute the honey and make it drinkable again.
But, can’t bees find their own source of water like a river or pond?
They absolutely can. However, not all beehives are near a natural source of clean water. In these cases, bees will look for water elsewhere.
these bee watering stations provide enough water for bees to drink but are small enough to not be a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
Simply place feeder near flowers and fill with small stones, sticks or anything else that will give the bees somewhere to perch. Fill with water and wait for our beautiful pollinators to come!
Pre-orders will be ready in 4-5 weeks.
Ceramic glaze top with weatherproof adhesive screws into zinc coated metal rod for duribility.
Dishwasher and microwave safe but hand washing is recommended. Avoid extreme temperature changes.
Due to the handmade nature of this piece, small variations in the size, shape, and glaze are to be expected.