Mexico's Bumblebee Hummingbird is one of the smallest birds in the world. Less than 3 inches in size and weighing less than a bottlecap, they’re easily confused with a bumblebee as they buzz by. Photo © Professor Daniel J. Field | BirdNote

Why is feeding honey to a bumblebee a bad idea? And other popular questions 🐝🍯 Following last week’s post on how kindness can kill a bumblebee, we take a closer look at the dos, don'ts and whys of bumblebee first aid in a quick Q and A: Q: Why should sugar-water only be given to a bumblebee as the last resort? 🥛 A: There are several reasons: 🍬 Sugar-water, in all forms, isn't a suitable replacement for nectar. 🌷 Nectar contains amino acids and other micronutrients, so it is much better for

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