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Bee Sweaters
🕑 Added 2019-12-02 01:15:20 +0000 UTCY'all wanted more bees so have something seasonal
Based on the fun fact that, unlike many insects, honeybees don't actually hibernate (or y'know, die) when the cold hits, but instead remain active all winter long.
They're able to do this because they huddle together in a big ball and use the honey they've been working so hard to stock up on for the energy needed to vibrate their flight muscles and generate heat. With thousands of workers doing this there are enough of them for the centre of the ball to get to around 90°F/30°C, where they'll all take their turn when they get too cold on the outer edges.
Incidentally, because of the freezing temperatures and lack of flowers to forage on for energy during this time, the whole winter situation is why they even make honey in the first place!
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SlightySimian
I aim to please, much appreciated!
[DEM]
I love me some anthro arthros. Thank you.
SlightySimian
They're what I'm here for, and thanks!
SlightySimian
I must share the bee knowledge
MellowJacket
Bee facts on point. Also very cute
Sclump
Very cool, thank you for the insect facts Mr. Simian
