The huge swarm from
Monday spent only about 18 hours in the box we caught them in, and then they did this:
Fortunately they landed somewhere reasonably accessible, and last night we went through the whole "catch the swarm" routine again. This time they have a bit more room, and some honey and brood taken from the hive they originally left, to encourage them to stay in the new hive.
I didn't sleep well last night; too many bees in my head both waking and sleeping.
As of this minute, they are still in the hive, although I can't get close enough to get a good picture. I hope it means they are going to settle down. I think I've done enough swarm-catching for now!
1 comment:
plug up the doorway!!
your poor head, i sympathise.
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