Hello, the honey bees in our garden have white gunk on their faces - Ask Extension
as a former beekeeper, this looks concerning - first time / year I'm seeing this and it's on all of their faces. Hopefully just pollen from our plent...
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Hello, the honey bees in our garden have white gunk on their faces #752845
Asked May 29, 2021, 12:50 PM EDT
as a former beekeeper, this looks concerning - first time / year I'm seeing this and it's on all of their faces. Hopefully just pollen from our plentiful mint plants everywhere. They also seem to dart faster than other bees.
Thanks,
Kathleen
El Paso County Colorado
Expert Response
Kathleen,
Thank you for your question and picture.
Unfortunately, we cannot tell from your picture. You may want to contact the Pikes Peak Beekeepers Association at mandshalby@ comcast.net or call<personal data hidden>.