The Italian Alp-bee; or, The gold mine of husbandry by H. C. Hermann
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"The Italian Alp-bee; or, The gold mine of husbandry" by H. C. Hermann is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work provides practical instructions on breeding and managing the Italian Alp-bee, a rare and valuable bee species native to the Alpine regions. The book focuses on the methods for cultivating prolific Italian queens, transforming common European bee hives into Italian ones, and the ecological understanding necessary for successful apiculture.
In the book, Hermann outlines the characteristics and benefits of the Italian Alp-bee, distinguishing it from the more common black bees. He describes the bee's unique features, such as its slim form, distinct coloration, and behaviors that make it more efficient at honey production. Hermann provides detailed guidance on breeding techniques, maintaining hive purity, and the organizational structure within a bee colony, including the roles of queens, drones, and worker bees. The practical advice offered is aimed at both novice and experienced beekeepers looking to enhance their bee-keeping operations by cultivating this specific species for greater yield and profitability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hermann, H. C. (Heinrich C.) |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Italian Alp-bee; or, The gold mine of husbandry short and practical instructions to breed genuine prolific Italian queens; to multiply them by hundreds in a few months and how to change German hives into Italian |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Geo. Neighbor and Sons,1860. |
| Credits | Tom Cosmas compiled from materials made available at The Internet Archive and placed in the Public Domain. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Bees |
| Subject | Bee culture |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69676 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2023 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 320 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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