Dean Atherton Photos

Macro ,Experimental, Photo Art ,Nature,Still Life Photography

Bee on purple flower gathering nectar

Bee GATHERING nectar

Bee inside purple flower collecting pollen

You might be wondering, when do bees eat honey? The worker bees make and store honey in large quantities for the cold winter months when flowers aren’t as readily available to feed on. Stored nectar in the form of honey is their alternative food source and ensures the survival of the hive.