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Re: [MARKETING] [BEE-L] Honey Bee Self Medication
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It has been suggested that the collection of odd substances by HBs, may be an example of seeking out healthful or remedial substances. 
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This makes me think of the theory of Specific Hunger, the concept that humans, as well as the lower animals, seek out foods that satisfy specific needs.  These needs may be physiological or psychological.  The food is an expression of a need that is not conscious in man... and obviously (??) unconscious in lower animals.  This need could conceivably be a medicinal need.  It does not seem like a great stretch to think honeybees could express a specific hunger when dealing with an ailment or parasite when they are seen foraging something unusual.  It could be clandestinely remedial.

Just thinking its time for a little comfort food.

Larry Krengel
 

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