Video Showing Honeybees Defensive Wave Against Wasps is Mesmerizing to Watch
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01/15/2019
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This 'wave' is utilized against wasps and is referred to as 'shimmering' behavior or defense waving. The signal is transmitted to nearby workers that also adopt the posture, thus creating a visible, and audible 'ripple' effect across the face of the comb. These wave-like patterns repel wasps that get too close to the nests of these bees.
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