Are solitary bees efficient pollinators? Absolutely!
For example, commercial apple growers benefit from the free pollination services of the Red Mason bee.
This species can be 120 times more efficient at pollinating apple blossoms than honeybees.
In our Apprentices’ development, understanding efficiency and output is critical.
This incredible film clip shows a Red Mason bee cleaning out her nest, even though collected pollen clings to her body.
Why?
These bees are constantly vigilant about potential predation of their nests.
In this case, she might have noticed something unusual in her cell that could threaten her offspring, prompting a thorough clean-out, to start again.
Similarly, our Apprentices learn the importance of situational awareness and high standards in their work.
If something doesn’t feel or look right, it probably isn’t … therefore time to start again!
Stay tuned for more insights from “The Apprentice and The Bee”!
