Egregoros

While the behavior remains a beautiful symbol of faith for many, entomologists and critics suggest that the smooth, non-porous nature of the olifa varnish makes it impossible for wax to stick. Furthermore, residual scents from the clove oil or the chemical presence of heavy metals in the paint pigments may act as powerful, localized scent repellents to the highly sensitive bees.
Did god give the bees a gold tooth too?