A poem by John Greenleaf Whittier called Telling the Bees was published in 1858 by the Atlantic Monthly. And indeed, in Europe, North America and elsewhere, people used to have a tradition of talking to honey bees in their gardens. Over time, losing connection with nature, nearly everyone has lost touch with the tradition of talking with the bees. When a honey bee swarm in Reynoldsburg arrives on the property, they are frightened, expecting to be attacked by stinging insects at any moment.
Ancient Egyptians
The ancient Egyptians viewed honey bees as messengers from the gods, and the insects are depicted in hieroglyphs from the time. The country was one of the largest exporters of honey, and archaeologists still find ancient jars of the sweet substance during excavations there.
European Tradition
The tradition of talking to bees seems to have begun in Europe. Residents told these insects about the important events taking place in their personal lives. Bees were seen as a link to the spirit world and able to communicate with deceased people. Relatives and close friends could send messages with the help of the honey bee. Talking to bees regularly had the added advantage of these insects not becoming anxious or frightened at the sound of the person’s voice.
Decreases in Population
Honey bee populations have been decreasing dramatically in recent years, alarming scientists, agricultural workers and keepers of beehives. Scientists speculate that extensive use of pesticides and herbicides, including the inclusion of poisons in genetically modified crops, have caused harm to the bees gathering nectar from the blossoms. Bees brought by their keepers to pollinate crops are not found dead but instead disappear. The toxins they consume may cause them to become disoriented and lose their way back to the hive.
Calling for Assistance
A Honey Bee Swarm in Reynoldsburg likely is a group of healthy insects seeking a new place to establish a colony. This is a natural activity for bees in a hive. If the swarm does not move on within a day or so, a pest control service such as The Wildlife Control Company can contact a beekeeper to come to gather these beneficial insects. Know more about our company by viewing the website.
