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Have you ever looked at a beehive and wondered about its age? For professional bee removers and beekeepers, the age of a beehive isn't just a point of curiosity—it's essential information that can influence approach and strategies. Even if you are not a beekeeper but are very enthusiastic about bees, this blog will help you understand and easily tell how old a beehive is. There are two key indicators that can provide valuable insights into a hive's age: its size and the color of its comb. Understanding these physical traits can reveal a lot about a hive's history and vitality. Here's a guide to help you decode these signs and gain a deeper appreciation of the beehives you encounter.
We all enjoy the experience of sweet honey whether it is incorporated in food, used to sweeten tea or having it drizzled in yogurt. But honey is far more than a sweetener and its flavors vary from the different kinds of nectar collected. That’s right! Honey has more than one flavor profile and in this blog, we explore the different flavor profiles of Honey, uncovering the factors that influence them and offering insights into how you can appreciate and utilize these flavors.
Step-by-Step Guide to Bee Removal
Bees, with their gentle hum and crucial role in pollination, are undoubtedly beneficial to our ecosystem. However, when a hive decides to take up residence in or around our homes, it can pose a significant challenge. While it's always advisable to contact a professional beekeeper or pest control expert for help, understanding the basics of bee removal can be insightful. Here’s a step-by-step guide to how you can safely and effectively remove and relocate bees.
A Dive into Atlanta's Diverse Bee Kingdom.
Atlanta is a haven for various species of bees. From the familiar honey bees to the lesser-known carpenter bees and masonry bees, these buzzing insects play crucial roles in pollination and ecosystem health. So how can we accurately distinguish between the various types of bees?
Honey Bees: Honey bees are perhaps the most recognizable and widely known bee species. Known for their distinctive black and yellow stripes, honey bees are social insects that live in colonies with a queen bee and her worker bees. In Atlanta, honey bees can be found in urban areas, parks, and gardens, where they forage on flowers for nectar and pollen. They are essential pollinators for many crops and wild plants, contributing to the city's biodiversity.
In the delicate tapestry of our ecosystem, bees play a pivotal role in pollinating one-third of the world’s crops and maintaining the delicate balance of our environment. However, when bee colonies inhabit our homes or buildings, it can be tempting to opt for extermination which ultimately threatens the food supply and the health of our planet. But what if there were a more compassionate and sustainable solution?
Enter live bee relocation – a method that not only saves the bees but also preserves the intricate balance of nature. Unlike extermination, which eradicates entire colonies, live bee relocation seeks to peacefully relocate these buzzing architects to more suitable habitats. But why should you care?
It is spring 2022 and the bee removal season is just getting started.
Honey bees that have been mostly dormant through winter are becoming very active on warm days. The queen begins laying 2,000 eggs a day in the spring and early summer as hives go through a population explosion. During this time the hive will often swarm. This is when approximately half of the hive (up to 20,000 bees or more) will leave the orginal colony and move into to a new location to start another hive. Once honey bees have picked a location they like, they can move into their new home within a matter of minutes.
Super Swarm of 20,000 Plus Honey Bees
Are you wondering wether you need an expert to remove a bee infestation or if you can tackle it yourself? Here are some things to keep in mind. Your are likely dealing with any where from 10,000-60,000 (or more) bees depending on the size and age of the hive. Removing honey bees from a structure is labor intensive, requires a good deal of knowledge, and can result in many stings if not done properly.
A one week old hive containing 20,000 bees.
Helen, is located in the beautiful Appalachian mountains of northeast Georgia about 80 miles from Atlanta. It is a little German town and a fun place to visit. In fact, it is the 3rd most visited town in Georgia. It has over 200 specialty shops, a scenic state park, and is known for its Oktoberfest. It is a great town to come to for a nice quiet weekend getaway, especially if you have a log cabin home to go to.
A home owner was in for a surprise one day, when they went to spend time at their cabin. They discovered honey bees flying back and forth at the peak of their roof about 30 feet off the ground. A swarm of honey bees had found a perfect place to build their nest or so they thought. They choose the very top of this mountain home and had an entry point right underneath the shingles.
Not all bee removal services are the same. Prices and quality of work can vary greatly among pest control companies and amateur beekeepers. Knowing who to hire can be a tough decision, especially if this is your first time dealing with bees.
Huge Honey Bee Hive in the floor joist of a home that Southeast Bee Removal Rescued and Relocated!
Southeast Bee Removal is your bee expert for honey bee infestations in and around the Greenville area. Here is a bee colony we removed from the roof of a home in Clemson.
