Honeyguides: How These Birds Help Honey-Hunters In Africa


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When the nest is found, it is time for the hunters to do their part. They would gather dry woods and wrap them in green leaves and set them on fire. Then, a long branch is used to hoist it into the tree. This will allow the smoke billows along with the nests and the bees will be subdued.

Photo credit: Jessica van der Wal via Africanoneyguides.com