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From where do the bees get propolis?

The workers forage to collect plant resins, bring it back to the hive and mix it with wax and possibly with their saliva.

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How do bees use propolis inside the hive?

The bees use propolis to keep their nest water and draft proof by filling cracks, holes, gaps less than 6mm in width. They limit entrance size by filling the opening with propolis and often block any

 
 
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