Do bees like meat?

Answer by  quisqualis (1756)

Bees don't normally like meat. Most bees prefer flower nectar, and some are attracted to sweat. Yellow jackets are wasps, and can be very fond of meat, especially rotten meat or fish.

Answer by  Ruby40 (372)

True bees do not eat anything besides the pollen that they collect. You may see them in or around your food because they can be attracted to some strong smells.

Answer by  BrendaG (6111)

Although yellowjackets are wasps, they are considered "meatbees" because they feed on insects and meat-dead or alive! Bees survive on pollen and nectar; wasps have a varied diet. Hornets are also predatory and eat meat. These insects are popular at barbecues or anywhere meat is. Chemicals and traps are available.

Answer by  Lucy101 (225)

Bees do not like meat because they feed primarily on nectar and pollen for their source of energy and nutrients. There is, however, a meat bee which is actually a wasp. They feed on insects but also, as discovered by picnickers, scavenge and eat meat.

Answer by  acelanders67 (381)

Bees only enjoy sugary foods. If you are having a picnic and you're afraid they'll start flying around your ham sandwich or any other meat product, have no fear. These insects are prone to be attracted by soda, honey, or any other item enriched with sweeteners. This is something they want to collect for the hive.

Answer by  thattractorguy (2970)

Yes. Some bees like meat. They are called yellow jackets or "meat bees". Their primary food source is grasshoppers but they commonly attack other animals.

Answer by  Francesco (169)

No in almost any case bees do not like meat. You may be thinking of killer bees which have a tendency to sting more but do not actually eat meat.