Protótipo de meliponário para criação de abelhas em áreas urbanas

Abstract

The disappearance of bees is a topic that has been worrying society throughout the world because these insects are important pollinators of agricultural crops. Bees are erroneously related only to accidents, which causes the population to extinguish them when near homes. However, the bees have different groups and among these is the group of Meliponines which are the bees known as stingless bees or indigenous bees (ASF) that are found in various regions, being part of maintaining ecosystems and pollinating many native species of vegetables. Because they have stunted sting, ASF have been used in many situations as garden ornaments, pets in apartments and homes, and can use them as an environmental education tool for people of different ages. Breeding native or stingless bees is called Meliponiculture. The objective of this work is to propose a model of meliponary and installation in clubs, parks, squares, schools located in urban areas to be used as an Environmental Education unit. Teach children and adults about bee biology, demystify that bees are dangerous, create in these places project objects a harmonious living space with bees and show local visitors the importance of the plant / bee relationship. In this study we developed methodologies for the identification and mapping of the plants of the areas of interest, study of the place for the installation of the Meliponary, considering climatic conditions and shading necessary for the thermal comfort of the bees. The results of this product present a model of visits to the meliponary, information about the bees, indication of appropriate management for the bee species and materials to be used in the implantation of the meliponary.