This ancient hive, dating back to around ... the genetic lineage of these ancient bees, their diet, and their ecological interactions during a time when large-scale farming did not exist.

Bees arrive at their nest in a tree cavity created and long since abandoned ... chew their way out of wax-covered cells in a manmade hive. Like butterflies, bees go through several life stages.

usually in a tree, he said, “A hive of honeybees can grow very large and create a time-consuming encounter for beekeepers. The entire hive, including honeycomb, honey, pollen and the bees ...