Bee bearding dates back to the 1830’s © kaibara87
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Those who think that self-flagellation is for the weak of heart, or that Buzkashi makes for a relaxing Sunday afternoon can now head to China for the world “bee bearding” championship.
From Mother Nature Network:
In 1998, American animal trainer Mark Biancaniello established the current world record for the “most pounds of bees worn on the body” with 87 pounds.
Yes. 87 pounds. Of bees. That’s more like a full body bee bath than a bee beard. This year’s winner, Wang Dalin, could only manage a measly 59 pounds, keeping this coveted record in the USA.