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Re: Bees and manure, bees not drinking syrup
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Richard Yarnell <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Thu, 30 Mar 2000 16:57:30 -0800
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It is likely they are after the trace minerals and salts that are
contained in the urine and/or feces.  More than sugar is required for
metabolism and health.

On Fri, 31 Mar 2000, peter dillon wrote:

...
> Maybe they cannot distinguish between water containing salts and those
> containing sugars!
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