What to do when you find a swarm of honeybees!
Honey bees in swarm mode are truly a spectacle to behold. The very distinct loud buzz and the swirling cloud of this superorganism can catch anyone’s notice of this phenomenon of nature. Especially when they land in a huge ball of bees hanging onto a branch, mailbox, or even just on the ground!
OCBA is dedicated to education on what a honeybee swarm is and how to identify one.
Everything you need to know about honey bee swarms.
Swarming is part of the natural reproductive cycle of a honey bee.
How to identify a swarm:
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Why do bees swarm?
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Help! I have been in my wall, chimney, tree, yard, pool…
Some of these removals can be done by beekeepers and some can’t. Here are some suggestions:
Resources for other black and yellow issues:
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- Showcase your projects.
- Experience the world of architecture.
How to report a honey bee swarm:
- A world of thought-provoking articles.
- Case studies that celebrate architecture.
- Exclusive access to design insights.
“… a swarm in May is worth a load of hay. A swarm in June is worth a silver spoon; but a swarm in July is not worth a fly”
Proverbial bee-keepers’ saying, mid 17th century
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