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This discussion forum covers pollen, honeybee anatomy & biology.
 #241  by DianeBees
 10 Aug 2018, 17:57
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NDB course: Anatomy & Dissection (Devon)

Studying honeybee anatomy helps beekeepers understand how bees have are able to carry out the many and varied tasks they perform. Honeybees have been evolving for 100 million years and have become superbly adapted to survive and prosper in their environment. The aim of this course is to study, explore and gain an understanding of honeybee anatomy and to learn the techniques required to carry out successful dissection.

Topics covered will include:

Setting up and using stereo (dissecting) and compound microscopes
Dissection tools & techniques
Wax embedding and slide mounting
Respiratory, digestive, circulatory, and nervous systems
The sting, flight muscles, and the glands of the head