As your clothes hang in the sun, the warmth boosts these fragrances, releasing them into the air. To a bee flying nearby, a sunlit sheet can smell very much like a blooming plant on a warm afternoon. So when a bee lands on a shirt or a towel, it is simply following its instincts, checking for nectar where it believes it might be hidden.
The Role of Color and Sunlight
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.
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.
Are Bees Dangerous Around Laundry?
For most people, the appearance of bees on their laundry is more surprising than harmful. Bees are generally calm creatures and are unlikely to sting unless they feel threatened or trapped. A bee resting on a towel is usually just investigating, not preparing to defend itself.
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