Honey bees of Borneo: exploring the centre of Apis diversity Tapa dura - 2010

Borneo: Natural History Publications (Borneo), 2010. xx, 262, . 215x155mm. HB. NEW. . Fascinating guide to the diversity of honey bees found in Borneo. Their social life, honey stores, defence strategies are described. Colour photographs show the giant honey bees (Apis dorsata) in the canopy of the highest Koompassia trees. Unique in the animal kingdom are magnificent assemblies of thousands of drones which, far from the safety of their nests, circle high in the air waiting for the arrival of a single virgin queen. The outstanding taste and quality honey of indigenous Asian bees is acknowledged. The knowledge and awareness disseminated by this book will undoubtedly help to protect native honey bees and their habitats in Borneo and elsewhere. [9789838121286]

Sabah: Natural History Publications (Borneo), Malaysia. 2010. Hard cover. New in new dust jacket.. 282 p. Audience: General/trade. . This book is a reliable and fascinating guide to one of Borneo s natural wonders the diversity of honey bees, their intriguing societies and their adaptations to the complex tropical environment. The admirable harmony of their social life, the precision of their combs and the richness of their honey stores are described, as well as the honey bee s defence strategies against strong bears, fast flying birds and minute mites. An array of unique, spectacular photographs allows the reader to visit the giant honey bees (Apis dorsata) in the canopy of the highest Koompassia trees and witness painful bee stings penetrating deeper and deeper into the skin. Unique in the animal kingdom are magnificent assemblies of thousands of drones which, far from the safety of their nests, circle high in the air waiting for the arrival of a single virgin queen. The outstanding taste and… Leer más

Kota Kinabalu: White Lotus, 2010. Paperback. Good/no dj. 1.00. Koeniger, Nikolaus & Gudrun Koeniger & Salim Tingek. Honey Bees of Borneo: Exploring the Centre of Apis Diversity

hardcover. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Kota Kinabalu: Natural History Publications (Borneo), 2010. Hardcover. New/new. A comprehensive guide to every aspect of the lives of the diverse population of honeybees on the island. 262 pages with many colour illustrations. Weight 1kg. Post free within Malaysia