The history of honeybees and beekeeping is complex and varied. Join me on an exploration of all things honeybees from ancient Egypt to the modern world.

Latest Essays

• The Leader of the Hive Part 9 – The Amazonian Queen
  30 April 2026
  When Charles Butler popularised the idea that the leader of the hive was female he made the comparison of the hive to the mythical 'Amazonians'.
• Bonus: Karl von Frisch and the Waggle Dance
  27 April 2026
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• Dr G.L. Tinker – Sectional Brood Chambers Part 1
  23 April 2026
  Part 1 of an irregular series about 19th century beekeeping expert and supplier, G.L. Tinker