Vol. 12, Issue 8 (2023)

Author(s):
AK Singh, Dinesh Gupta, Sunil Kumar, BK Singh, Rakesh Pandey, MK Singh, Yash Gautam, DK Singh and SV Dwivedi

Abstract:
The survey of bee foraging angiosperm which provide floral rewards viz. nectar and pollen or both were recorded incessantly by workers. To identify the nectariferous, polliniferous bee flora and lean period, survey were conducted in Bundelkhand for two years (2020 and 2021). The 40 foraging plants of honey bees were recorded in Bundelkhand. The identified flora was further divided into nectariferous, poliniferous and both pollen and nectar producing bees; flora. The maximum bees’ flora blooms were observed during March whereas minimum bee’s flora blooms were observed during August. Hence, honey flow period was determined from November to February and lean period was determined April to September in Bundelkhand. The eleven bees’ foraging plants identified which provide floral rewards and their promotion may overcome from lean period and make colony strong ensued enhance the productivity of beehive produces. December to February months were identified as honey flow period.