From: Michael Blankenstein
 
Since the current topic of 'stings' seems hot, I have some related questions
which need answers. Thanks in advance for the input.
 
1. How do bees identify an attack target, by movement, proximity, color, shape,
   or thermal characteristics?
 
2. Are there any known colors or patterns which either repulse, soothe (as
   opposed to attract for feeding), or anger bees?
 
3. During a bee attack on a person wearing a protective net, do the bees
   attack the net or try to penetrate it so as to reach the person underneath?
 
4. Why does the smoke soothe bees and would it work during a concentrated bee
   attack in a location other than the hive?
 
Michael F. Blankenstein
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