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Describe the process of harvesting honey in Nepal and explain why it is done only twice a year.
The honey hunters in Nepal make bamboo ropes and a ladder to climb up towering lichen- and moss-covered cliffs where the world's highest beehives are located. They pry chunks off the honeycomb with a long pole to obtain the honey. The honey is harvested only twice a year to ensure the bees' welfare.
What is unique about the Himalayan honeybee and what is the flavor of the honey harvested by the hunters in Nepal?
The Himalayan honeybee is the largest bee in the world. The honey harvested by the hunters in Nepal has a potent floral blend of mango and lychee blossom.
What are some of the challenges faced by the honey hunters in Nepal and why do they offer a piece of honeycomb to spectators?
The honey hunters in Nepal face challenges such as climbing up dangerous cliffs and getting red, swollen bee stings. They offer a piece of honeycomb to spectators as a gesture of hospitality and to show off their gooey haul.
Study Notes
- Honey hunters in Nepal harvest the world's highest beehives.
- The honey is harvested only twice a year to ensure the bees' welfare.
- The hunters make bamboo ropes and a ladder to climb up to the hives.
- The hives are located on towering lichen- and moss-covered cliffs.
- The honey is obtained by prying chunks off the honeycomb with a long pole.
- The Himalayan honeybee is the largest bee in the world.
- The honey has a potent floral blend of mango and lychee blossom.
- The hunters offer a piece of honeycomb to the spectators.
- The hunters proudly show off their gooey haul and red, swollen bee stings.
- The hunt takes place in a remote and unforgiving mountain community in Nepal.
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Take this quiz to test your knowledge on the thrilling and dangerous practice of honey hunting in Nepal. Learn about the world's highest beehives, the impressive Himalayan honeybee, and the traditional techniques used by the hunters to extract the coveted honey. Discover the unique floral blend of the honey and the remote mountain community where the hunt takes place. Put your skills to the test and see how much you know about this ancient and treacherous tradition.
