Why Bees Are Drawn to Outdoor Lights and Fresh Laundry

Color plays an important part in what attracts bees outdoors. They naturally respond to lighter and brighter hues, the same shades that many flowers display. When laundry dries in full sunlight, the colors appear even more vivid, reflecting light in a way that catches a bee’s attention.

White and pastel fabrics are especially appealing. A white T-shirt fluttering on a clothesline can reflect sunlight in a way that resembles the soft glow of pale flower petals. When combined with scent, this visual signal becomes even stronger.

Outdoor lights create a similar effect. A bright bulb shining after dusk becomes a visual beacon that can confuse or interest bees, drawing them in even when no flowers are present.

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