First Swarm Catch of 2012
Yesterday, at around 9 AM, I received a call to remove a swarm. This was an ideal catch. The bees were about 6' off the ground, and they were very gentle. The ball of bees was about as big as a basketball. I caught them and then returned in the evening to close up the hive box and take it home.
Here they are entering their temporary abode.
Here they are in their permanent abode. Many are in the air as they reorient their on-board GPS system to their new location.
And, here they are "in the lineup." I added another box so they had some room to grow (first one on the left).
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Thanks for looking!
Your bees were mentioned today at the Volunteers meeting at BG Gardens. Would like to know more about bees (have written articles on the health benefits of Honey).
ReplyDeleteThank you, Dr. for your comment.
DeleteI'm glad to hear that my bees are receiving their well deserved recognition for helping in pollination services at Brookgreen Gardens. My wife and I were walking over there the other day, and we saw many of them going about their work. I can remember walking there for years and never seeing even one.
I'm also glad to hear of your interest in honey bees. If you think that I might be able to assist you in gaining more knowledge, I can be reached @ www.Bees-by-the-Sea.com
I would also be interested in reading your articles regarding the health benefits of honey. If you could be so kind as to send me a link or an email containing the files, I would greatly appreciate it!