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Yes, mason bees sting if they are female even though no, they do not if they are male. Female mason bees sting, less painfully than honey bee or wasp stings, only if they're in serious danger, such as being trapped in clothing or getting purposely caught in the hand. Male mason bees have male genitalia instead of an ovipositor, and therefore they cannot sting.
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Do mason bees produce honey you can eat?
No, mason bees do not produce honey for human consumption like honeybees. They primarily collect pollen and nectar to feed their larvae and do not store surplus honey.
Are honey bees fuzzy?
no, but bumble bees are and they don't sting unless you step on them and are as big as an American quarter dollar. honey bees are small maybe a centimeter long with orangeish yellow and black stripes, and do not sting unless stepped or wounded.
What type of bees pollinate flowers?
Various types of bees pollinate flowers, including honeybees, bumblebees, mason bees, and mining bees. These bees play a crucial role in transferring pollen from one flower to another, promoting plant reproduction and biodiversity.
How have honey bees caused death of humans?
Honey bees are not known to directly cause the death of humans. However, in rare cases, people who are allergic to bee stings can experience a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.
Are Bee stingers always out?
No, honeybees have barbed stingers that remain in the skin and detach from the bee, causing the bee to die after stinging. Other types of bees, like bumblebees, have smooth stingers that can be withdrawn without causing harm to the bee.
