How High Can Bees Fly? (And Can They Fly in the Rain?)

How High Can Bees Fly? (And Can They Fly in the Rain?)

Bees are winged insects known for their important role in pollination and the production of honey. There are over 16,000 known species of bees, some of which (like honey bees and bumblebees) live socially in colonies, while most are solitary.   Almost all of us have had encounters with bees, often not very pleasant. But have…

How High, Far and Fast Can Mosquitoes Fly? (Answered)

How High, Far and Fast Can Mosquitoes Fly? (Answered)

A particular sound that mosquitoes make can irritate you very quickly. Remember how painful it was to hit yourself as you swatted it away? But why do they appear to enjoy biting your legs the most? Can’t they fly higher? How high can mosquitoes fly, by the way?  We’ve received that question frequently, so we…