Due to the recent and alarming effects of CCD, colony collapse disorder, bees around the world have been receiving much attention. Although beekeeping may seem like a daunting, even dangerous task, it doesn't have to be! Regardless of whether you just want a pet, start a honey-making business or are simply looking for a new hobby, Dominique De Vito dissects everything you need to know about bees and beekeeping in this complete, authoritative how-to guide. Learning how to tell the difference from queen, drone and worker bees, the tools and supplies needed to build your own hive, the secrets behind maintaining a happy bee colony and what each season requires to care for a hive are just a few of the topics De Vito thoroughly explains. In addition, delicious and healthy honey recipes are included that can be made from your own beehive!