Honey bees fill saddlebags with pollen. Heres how they keep them gripped tight - Science Mag

"Bees dont just transport pollen between plants, they also bring balls of it back to the hive for food. These pollen pellets, which also include nectar and can account for 30% of a bees weight, hang off their hind legs like overstuffed saddlebags (pictured). Now, researchers have investigated just how securely bees carry their precious cargo. ....."

Read more here: American Association for the Advancement of Science

The Association's apiary in North Shropshire

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The Association maintains an apiary at an organic farm in North Shropshire. We hold regular meetings at the apiary during the summer, where members old and new can gain experience in handling bees.

Our Vision

visionWe encourage and develop
the art and science of bee keeping


visionWe strive to educate
Through group meetings, practical out apiary events and educational support 

NSBKA

The North Shropshire Beekeepers' Association - to encourage and develop the art and science of bee keeping