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[yourbestbuddie]

The only thing on my mind is bees.

[thestudentfarmer]

Hello hello,

Got some pics and updates to share :)

The good first,

I've caught a few of the other pollinators out and about. While I'm not 100% sure what they all are yet it's still exciting to see them :)

The top is some kind of squash bee I think. The bottom possibly a small Carpenter bee?

A honeybee, one of a few buzzing round saying hello while I cleaned up the row this hollyhock is in.

The bad for a quick moment, unfortunatly a casualty caught after the act :(

I found and disposed of 3 today and encountered them flying for the first time 😱 that makes 7 so far. Sunflowers and carrot flowers seem to be the favorite hunting zones so far.

Back to good,m

The cucumbers are starting to pick up now. I can't wait to start enjoying fresh pickles and cucumber salads again :) also harvested 4 snacking tomatoes and 3 small slicer tomatoes.

The new bed, it will house sweet potatoes this season :) a similar sized and styled bed is 1/2 done near it, that one I will likely grow dandelions in once the grow mediums settled a bit.

Next up, I intend to work on an area to grow some amaranth for grain and some more greens. I may also be able to use one variety to dye wool!

Last pic~

Thanks for stopping bye :) see you soon!

🌻🌱Happy homesteading! 🌱🌻

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[sablegear0]

Sable vs the Carpenter Bees (Part 1?)

(Tentatively labeling as "part 1" because I expect I will post updates eventually)

So, yesterday I had my first encounter with carpenter bees. For those unfamiliar; they're the size of a bumblebee and look similar, but rather than living in underground nests, they tend to burrow into dead wood to lay their eggs. Note that this can and often does include any unfinished lumber or exposed wooden parts of a house. They're also very territorial. It's worth mentioning that only the males get territorial, and only in late summer, and that male carpenter bees cannot sting. However, they do make every attempt to get up in the business of any perceived intruder to chase them off, other bees included.

And also myself included, obviously.

It has been a long time since I've been chased by bees or wasps. Not since I was a child have I feared my stripèd flying neighbours. But yesterday was something different.

I think the main problem was I was mowing the lawn. See, our property is fairly small so I only have a reel mower, one of those old-fashioned push-mowers that isn't powered at all. It works great for me because I don't mind the workout and it's way quieter than its gas- or electric-powered peers. But it does tend to stir up the bugs, I think partly because it's so quiet. It just makes a metallic rasping noise as it spins, which is enough noise (and motion) to startle bugs but not enough to drive them away. The first carpenter bee buzzed me as I was finishing up with the mower and starting to put it away. I ducked inside my shed and that seemed to put me out of range.

The next came to harass me when I tried to harvest some of my garden veggies. I haven't posted any garden updates this year but things are looking relatively lush, and I'm pretty pleased with it. So I go to clip some peas down and who should reappear but a carpenter bee. Now, when I'm outside doing just about anything, I wear a newsie cap, sunglasses, and my big ol' headphones. This means that the only exposed skin on my head is my cheeks, nose, jaw, and neck.

And that bumbly bastard went straight for the side of my neck like a freaking vampire.

He tried to get in behind my headphones (or into the loop of my bun?) for some reason, and Monkey Brain did NOT like that one bit. I actually freaked out, dodged/ran away, swatted at the damn thing, and ran back inside. We did this twice, as I made a second attempt shortly after. There was also a fair deal of shouting and verbal threats issued. As if it could understand me. But it did make me feel better to state aloud that I wasn't above killing the bugger if need be. I did lay a solid smack on one with my hat, which grounded but did not kill it (as it flew off shortly after).

But of course, Looney Tunes style, this meant war.

Except I had no intention of killing the little bastards. See, while they were being bastards, they didn't know any better. They're just defending what they see as their territory from the big noisy animal that chops up the plants they like. I don't begrudge them, and I do still want them around as pollinators. But not being able to get to my own garden is unacceptable. So I got to thinking, what could I do to keep myself safe without killing them?

Some quick googling suggested that if I was able to find their nest holes (BIG if), dabbing some citrus or almond oil near the hole for a few days would persuade them to abandon the nest. They also apparently do not like noise (duh), so constant music or wind-chimes were suggested as a pest control measure. I honestly was a little surprised by the wind chimes thing but it gives a lot more context beyond aesthetics as to why people might have them. Who'd'a thunk.

So I have my information for longer-term solutions but nothing that would work today because I really wanted to get out there and harvest those peas. I ponder a trip to the nearby dollar store to pick wind chimes and perhaps a bug net, intending to catch and detain the little bastards while I work, then release them after I was done.

Then my Brother-In-Law comes downstairs and I chat with him about the situation and what I'm thinking of doing. And here's where things get interesting. He's in the Reserves, so he mentions he has some bug-netting in his kit. He goes and grabs a mosquito-net head cover for me to borrow. It's meant to fit over an army helmet so it fits nicely over my cap, and would probably go over my headphones too if I wanted. My head and neck suitably armoured, I head back outside.

By this point it's been maybe 20 mins since I was last outside. And the bees are nowhere to be found. Not even seen at a distance, just gone. Go figure. Realistically all I probably needed to do was leave and wait for them to calm down. Still, I like to think the netting helped, as behind the green mesh I was no longer skin-coloured (except for my arms but those were not a target) so I was less perceptible as a threat. Whatever the case, I was able to harvest my veggies in peace.

Later that day, the lads (my partner, BIL, and a couple friends) were hanging out on the patio and I half-expected to hear they had been harassed as well. But they were smoking, and I can only assume bees of any type don't particularly care for smoke, so they weren't bothered either.

Anyway, there's no moral to the story other than maybe I should wait a bit after mowing to do any other gardening, to let the bugs calm back down. I might go hunt down a nice set of wind chimes and the bug netting helmet is remaining by the back door. At least until I can find the carpenter bastards' nests in the... hoo boy, the huge amount of unfinished wood in my back yard, and stink them out with essential oils.

More updates (and garden updates) probably to follow.

[algorizmi]

[chenneyclaud]

The Importance of Hiring Professional Pest Control & Wildlife Removal Services

If you live in an environment where dogs, cats, and other domesticated animals are roaming around, there is a possibility of having undomesticated and unwanted animals hanging around your house. Because of this, wildlife removal in the GTA is an essential service because some animals are too wild and it will be wrong for you to handle them by yourself. If you can find good information about companies that offer professional wildlife removal and pest control services like mice and rat removal in Toronto and wasps pest control in Toronto, the best thing is to keep their number on file. If you also live near the woods, it is also possible to see wolves, bears, and other dangerous creatures in plain view near your yard. Regardless of where you live, you may encounter mice, wasps, raccoons, squirrels as well as large reptiles near you. Because of this, you need professional wildlife removal services to protect yourself, your family as well as pets from such threats. You might have never come across a large animal near your home, but perhaps you have observed a beehive or small reptiles in your yard. A professional bees pest control in Toronto can also take care of such issues, this will, however, prevent the possibility of being stung or bitten when you attempt to remove them. Apart from the dangers which are presented by wild animals, they can also harm your home as well as your possessions. This is because some creatures like rats and mice like to nibble on or scratch wood, plants, cement as well as other things which catch their eye. The structural damage caused to your house and the destruction of your garden can occur when the animals invade your surroundings. Do not sit back and let the animals destroy the area around your house and also threaten the safety of your loved ones and pets. A simple call to a professional wildlife removal or rat removal in Toronto should start the process and also eliminate unwanted rats and other wildlife which serve as threats, allowing for a feeling of security from the unwanted wildlife in your neighborhood. Many people are tempted to capture and also remove the creature on their own, but this is not a wise idea unless you have undergone the necessary training and also have experience in the field. You can get hurt in this can of situation and you won’t know the number of animals that are still residing in the house. Remember that gentle creatures can get downright whenever they feel threatened, concerned, or scared. However, a good company will remove the dangerous animals and also look for signs of others nearby. This is why you need to consult wildlife removal to take care of such a dangerous task for you.

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Well, it's that time of the month again

Time to go through my followers and clear out all the pornbots

[homepestcontrol]

Effective Solutions for Bee Pest Control in Melbourne

Bees are the most important creatures that help pollinate plants and flowers in the environment. Nevertheless, the one time they are in residential or commercial facilities and structures, they can be a danger to safety. Knowledge of bee behaviour and proper pest control strategies are very important when considering how to deal with bee problems. Pest control services for bees are easily accessible in Melbourne as many ways of controlling bees do not harm the bees but protect the homeowners.

Understanding Bee Behavior

In any case of attempting control, there is a need to understand some bee patterns. Bees live in a colony and usually choose secluded areas to construct a hive, such as walls, trees, or roofs. Removing a bee colony becomes difficult and sometimes hazardous, especially if the colony has developed, is left alone or has grown. Although bees are known to be docile insects, they become aggressive if their colony is threatened. That is why managing bees without professional help could result in severe stings or allergic reactions.

DIY Bee Control: Is It Safe?

Many individuals try to solve bee issues themselves, especially if the sighting is of a small bee colony. Even though there are such emergency measures as using smoke to make bees passive or applying insecticide sprays, it is dangerous. Ordinary sprays do not provide long-term solutions and may anger the bees. For instance, in Melbourne, there are local laws to protect bees as these insects contribute to the environment. If one uses dangerous chemicals, they will be penalised.

It is dangerous to mismanage the bees because it can irritate them and cause them to attack. Because of both safety and legal issues, bee pest control Melbourne and cause control should be left to professional bee pest control experts.

Professional Bee Pest Control Methods

Hiring professional pest control specialists is the best and safest way of dealing with bees. Most of the professionals today opt to exercise techniques that involve removing the beehives rather than eradicating the bees. The pest control services in Melbourne have the appropriate equipment and protective clothing required in the eradication process with reduced risks to humans and bees.

Hive Relocation: 

This entails the orderly trans-location of the bee colony to a better location or climate, more often in collaboration with other beekeepers.

Chemical-Free Removal: 

It is worth mentioning that most pest control service providers who deal with bees mostly rely on non-lethal ways of handling them, such as using smoke to stupor the bees so that they can be moved to another area.

Preventive Measures: 

There is always advice from beekeepers who can assist in sealing holes that may lead to further establishment of hives.

When to Call Professional Bee Pest Control Services

If you identify a high activity of bees around your compound, especially around windows and in the attic, you should take action. Melbourne Secured is a professional pest control agency that responds quickly to bees and assures safe hive handling. The services against pests in Melbourne are given the utmost attention so that bees will be controlled without affecting the environment and are not dangerous to your family.

Why Choose Professional Pest Control?

Pest control professionals tend to provide durable solutions; hence, professionals are less effective than contacting a bee removal expert since, in the future, you will get recommendations on how to avoid future infestations. On the same note, professional services act within the law of Melbourne, meaning that bee removal services are within, which is not ill malice.

Stinging insects, particularly bees, should be handled wisely, and the best pest control Melbourne has today should be able to work effectively in controlling such pests. That is why, regardless of the actions taken against bees, you remain protected from nasty stings while protecting these important insects.

Conclusion

Even if the bees are vital for the ecosystem, it is not tolerable to see bees polluting your home or business. Through this behaviour, you can decide to consult professional bee behavioural services, which will prevent any mishap when removing the bees. Please remember that if there is anything to do with bees, you rely on experts to treat bee pests in Melbourne to avoid such issues.

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How to Safely Remove Bees from Your Property in Malaysia

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Payne Pest Management extends its services to the beautiful coastal city of Oceanside, where the combination of urban life and natural landscapes can attract a wide variety of pests. Their pest control in Oceanside, California, is designed to protect homes and commercial spaces from recurring infestations. Whether you’re facing problems with rodents, ants, or termites, the company provides a thorough inspection and targeted treatment.

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Preventive Strategies: Regular inspections and preventive measures help homeowners stay ahead of pest issues before they escalate.

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