Author : Denis L. Anderson, Ihsan Abu Alrub
Publisher : Austin Macauley Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9948768493
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (487 download)
Book Synopsis Bees and Beekeeping in the United Arab Emirates by : Denis L. Anderson, Ihsan Abu Alrub
Download or read book Bees and Beekeeping in the United Arab Emirates written by Denis L. Anderson, Ihsan Abu Alrub and published by Austin Macauley Publishers. This book was released on 2024-05-10 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bees and Beekeeping in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) marks the first publication in the UAE of a book focusing on bees, honey bees, and beekeeping. Wild and managed bees are known as "keystone species" because of their significance as pollinators of flowering plants in nature and agriculture, but despite this, little is known about bees in the UAE. This book is designed to captivate a broad audience, blending general knowledge about the diversity, significance, and conservation of bees with specific insights into challenges unique to honey bees (Apis mellifera) in the UAE. Key topics include sustainable beekeeping practices, managing hives in hot, arid environments, and identifying and addressing major pests and diseases. Special attention is given to the wild dwarf honey bee (Apis florea), a prevalent species in the UAE. While not a basic guide to beekeeping, this book offers valuable information for both novice and experienced beekeepers.