I also no longer use them after suspiciously winning lots at my maximum bid only. In fact, I don't even bother to look at what's on offer, less I get tempted.
Are auction houses required to keep records of all bids made?
I've spent a good few hours over Easter watching the solitary bees round the bug hotel. It's been like Biggin Hill some days.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rErO8E6WNMI
Seeing them emerge into the world is quite satisfying:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q73F5LpcU1M