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Steve Backshall takes a fascinating look at the 270 bee species of the UK - from the industrious honeybee to the bold bumble bee - as we probe their history, science and habitats.
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2025-05-29
S1E2 — Episode 2
Steve Backshall reveals how swarms and stings are nothing to be afraid of as he attempts to allow 10,000 bees to crawl all over his face. The presenter also finds out how the National Bee Unit are trying to eradicate the dreaded Asian hornet - a bee-eating machine - from the UK's shores.
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Steve Backshall
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