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Corsican bees or wasps? Understanding, protecting and taking action at Camping Merendella <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Making a difference for better coexistence<\/strong>: in Corsica, the local bee is precious, discreet and essential for pollination. Wasps, often confused with bees, are opportunistic and can sting several times. At Camping Merendella<\/a>, we have put up a prevention sign explaining<\/strong> these differences and the right actions to take to protect biodiversity and avoid incidents during your holiday. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Corsican bees or wasps? Understanding, protecting and taking action at Camping Merendella<\/a>
  2. Recognising species: Corsican bee, bee, wasp, bumblebee, hornets<\/a>
  3. Corsican gastronomy: PDO honey, a treasure of the maquis<\/a>
  4. FAQ \u2014 Corsican bees at Camping Merendella<\/a>
  5. Video about Corsican bees<\/a>
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    Recognising species: Corsican bee, bee, wasp, bumblebee, hornets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Corsican bee: precious, adaptable, honey-producing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Colour<\/strong>: dark brown-black with golden highlights. Behaviour<\/strong>: very peaceful, only stings if threatened. Role<\/strong>: pollinates the maquis and contributes to the high quality of Corsican PDO honey<\/strong>. Nest<\/strong>: in hives, built from wax. Interest: species <\/strong>adapted to the island climate, resistant to drought. So you can see that we have our own bees in Corsica and that we try to preserve them as best we can, even within the Merendella campsite in Corsica. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Wasps: opportunists at the dinner table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    We will describe it again for those who still have difficulty telling the difference between a bee and a wasp. First, the colour<\/strong>: bright yellow with black stripes. Behaviour<\/strong>: defensive if it feels threatened. Role<\/strong>: predator of harmful insects. Sting<\/strong>: can sting multiple times. Why it comes: attracted to sugar and meat<\/strong>; in the evening, follows the smell of food. Useful tip<\/strong>: do not leave sugary foods lying around, cover drinks and rubbish bins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Bumblebees, European hornets, Asian hornets: putting things into perspective<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Bumblebee<\/strong>: large, very hairy, excellent pollinator, does not make honey. European hornet<\/strong>: great insect hunter, impressive but generally not very aggressive away from the nest. Asian hornet<\/strong>: invasive, predator of bees and threat to beekeeping; report nests to local authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Prevention in everyday life: the right things to do when camping<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Our educational signs, created by our on-site team, remind visitors of some simple rules: observe without waving your hands<\/strong>, do not crush bees, protect sweet foods at the tabl<\/strong>e, dispose of waste in closed bins, and report any unusual nests<\/strong> to reception. These simple precautions are enough to avoid most stings and preserve the wildlife that is so important to the ecosystem of Corsica and our campsite. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    Merendella is committed to: flower-filled spaces, zero harmful products, raising awareness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    We maintain honey-producing areas<\/strong>, favour local species<\/strong> and eliminate hazardous chemicals. Clear signage explains the difference between bees and wasps<\/em>, how to behave, and useful numbers to call. Our goal is to ensure your comfort while protecting the pollinators<\/strong> that enrich the maquis. Find out more about our commitments under the European Ecolabel<\/strong>, which, in line with this approach<\/strong>, ensures that your camping holiday is as healthy and natural as possible<\/strong> without compromising on comfort<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Corsican gastronomy: PDO honey, a treasure of the maquis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Corsican honey \u2013 Mele di Corsica PDO<\/strong> reflects the island’s floral diversity: heather, chestnut, arbutus, myrtle… Mild and flowery in spring, woodier and more full-bodied in summer: each jar tells the story of a season and a terroir. At the markets near the campsite, enjoy it with Corsican cheeses<\/strong> or as a simple dessert on sheep’s milk yoghurt to fully appreciate our beautiful Corsican terroir! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    Practical tips: living together without stress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    At the table<\/strong>: cover glasses and juice, put away sweets, clean up quickly. On site<\/strong>: closed bins, no food left outside. When out walking<\/strong>: stay on the paths, do not approach nests, and notify reception if you see one. And above all, feel free to consult our information boards<\/strong>, which explain everything you need to know about these little insects that buzz around us every day. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    FAQ \u2014 Corsican bees at Camping Merendella<\/h2>\n\n\n
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    No. They only sting when directly threatened. Avoid sudden movements and let them fly away. They will eventually leave; they still have a lot of work to do to provide you with quality honey. <\/p><\/div><\/div>

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    They are attracted to sugar and meat. Cover your drinks, tidy up quickly, and use closed containers. <\/p><\/div><\/div>

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    Bee-friendly areas, no harmful products, educational signs and protocols for dealing with problematic nests can be found throughout the campsite, where you can read about our commitments.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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    There are no beehives on the estate to ensure peace and quiet for holidaymakers. However, wild bees from the scrubland are present, due to the fact that the entire campsite grounds are covered with flowers and vegetation. <\/p><\/div><\/div>

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    At local markets and producers near the Costa Verde. Ask for our recommendations at reception. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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    Video about Corsican bees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n
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