Bees wings

What’s All the Buzz—How Do Bees Fly?Have you ever wondered why you hear bees buzzing? Buzzing is the sound of a bee’s beating wings. Bees have two wings on each side of their body, which are held together with comb-like teeth called hamuli. These teeth allow the two wings to act as one large surface and help the bee create greater lift when flying.

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Same wing Morphometry. 40x magnification under a microscope. Under-lit with clear glass base.Macro setting and cropped.

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✅ A stunning close-up photograph of a honey bee perched on a pristine white daisy flower. The bee's fuzzy, golden-brown body is covered in intricate details, and its wings are spread wide as it gathers nectar from the flower's vibrant yellow center. The bee's compound eyes and antennae are clearly visible, showcasing the fascinating complexity of this tiny creature. The verdant green background creates a striking contrast that brings the bee and flower into sharp focus. The composition…

Markus Reugels is a German photographer best known for his incredible high-speed photography (we’ve featured Reugels work previously here and here). He is also an accomplished macro ph…