The Plight of the Bees

Photo by Sasha Henry
Photo by Cayla Zahoran
Clockwise from top left: Robert Steffes of SteffesWood Apiary (Photograph from SteffesWood Apiary). | Bumblebees, which are related to honeybees, are also pollinators. One is shown here on a purple echinacea. | Local honey. | Busy bees in Steve Repasky’s hive.
Photo by Cayla Zahoran
Clockwise from top left: A drone is a male bee that cannot sting. | Local beekeeper Jessica Winghart keeps hives in the North Hills. | A newborn bee rests on Winghart’s arm. | Planting bee-friendly flowers, such as day lilies, is one way you can help the cause!