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    The Bee: A Natural History
    The Bee: A Natural History
    The Bee: A Natural History
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    The Bee: A Natural History

    By Noah Wilson-Rich, Kelly Allin, Norman Carreck and Andrea Quigley

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    An incomparable illustrated look at the critical role bees play in the life of our planet

    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, and the economic contributions of these irreplaceable insects measure 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
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPrinceton University Press
    Release dateSep 11, 2014
    ISBN9781400852192
    The Bee: A Natural History
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    Noah Wilson-Rich

    Noah Wilson-Rich is the author of fourteen scientific publications, a full-time faculty member in the Biology Department of Simmons College, Boston, and the Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Best Bees Company. In 2012, he gave the number one TED talk on bees, “Every City Needs Healthy Bees,” which went viral online with over a quarter of a million views within a few months. Noah founded Best Bees Company while studying for his PhD at Tufts University. Best Bees supplies gardeners and other interested parties in the Boston area with beehives and the resources, materials, and consultation for their upkeep. This service funds research into bee disease, immune function, and health.

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