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2. Set Up a Shallow Water Dish
Bees need water to stay hydrated, especially during the hot summer months. To help them, you can set up a simple water source for them to drink from. However, it’s important to make sure the water is shallow enough to prevent drowning.
How to Do It:
Take a shallow dish, such as a flat bowl or a small plate, and fill it with water.
Make sure the water level is not too deep, as bees can easily drown if the water is too high.
3. Add Apple Pieces to the Water
Once you have your shallow water dish ready, add the grated apple pieces into the water. This will provide the bees with both food and hydration, giving them a safe place to land and drink without the risk of drowning.
How to Do It:
Carefully spread the grated apple pieces evenly across the surface of the water.
Bees will land on the apple pieces and drink from the water, enjoying both the nourishment and hydration.
4. Choose a Good Location for the Setup
To ensure that the bees find your food and water source, place the dish in a spot where bees are commonly seen. A sunny, quiet area with lots of natural vegetation is ideal. By placing the setup in an area where bees frequently forage, you’ll increase the likelihood of attracting them to your offering.
Where to Place It:
Opt for a sunny, sheltered spot in your garden, balcony, or backyard.
Avoid placing the setup in windy or overly busy areas where bees may be disturbed.
5. Check and Maintain the Setup Regularly
Bees are constantly foraging, so it’s important to regularly check the food and water source to ensure it stays fresh. Remove any soft or moldy fruit pieces and replace them with new ones. Refresh the water frequently to ensure that the bees have access to clean and fresh hydration.
How to Do It:
Inspect the water dish daily and replace any deteriorating apple pieces.
Refill the water as needed to maintain the right level for the bees.
6. Spread the Word
One of the best ways to help the bee population is by encouraging others to do the same. Talk to your friends, family, and neighbors about how they can support bees as well. The more people who join in, the bigger the positive impact on bee populations.
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