Bees that are in a “swarming” mindset are not necessarily thinking about “protecting the hive,” so they should be pretty calm while waiting on the branch. That said, it’s still wise to wear a complete bee suit and veil while capturing a swarm. You can never truly be sure how the...
-1- CATCHING AND HIVING A SWARM PREPARATION As with most beekeeping activities, preparation is the key to success. In cold financial terms, the loss of a swarm from one of your own colonies probably represents more than half of your potential honey crop from that hive. A swarm that is ...
Bees that are in a “swarming” mindset are not necessarily thinking about “protecting the hive,” so they should be pretty calm while waiting on the branch. That said, it’s still wise to wear a complete bee suit and veil while capturing a swarm. You can never truly be sure how the...