Swarms are Natural
Swarming is a natural process that bees use to create new colonies but if you are not a fan of them and need help with bee swarm removal, please see the links below.
When a colony outgrows its space, the queen bee will lay eggs in special cells that will develop into new queen bees. Once these new queens are born, the old queen and about half of the bees will leave the original colony and search for a new home.
You may have heard of the diminishing bee population and potential impeding death that could follow for the planet if it continues. Did you also know that it is swarm season? This is a natural process for bee reproduction. The reproduction swarms of this species settle 20–30 meters away from the natal nest for a few days. The group will then depart for a new nest site after getting information from scout bees. Scout bees search for suitable cavities in which to construct the swarm’s home. Successful scouts will then come back and report the location of suitable nesting sites to the other bees.
Swarming typically happens in the spring or early summer when the population of the colony is at its highest and the bees need to expand their territory. While swarming bees may seem intimidating, they are actually a vital part of the bee’s life cycle and play an important role in the health of the colony.
Here are some facts about swarming bees:
Swarms are not usually aggressive
Contrary to popular belief, swarming bees are not usually aggressive. They are focused on finding a new home and do not have a hive to defend. Swarming bees are usually docile and will not attack unless they feel threatened or provoked. They are usually content because they are full of honey stores they filled up on from the hive they left.
Swarming bees are temporary
Swarming bees are temporary and will usually only stay in one location for a few hours or days before moving on to their new home. During this time, the bees will cluster together in a large ball or clump while they scout out potential new homes. This cluster is usually made up of thousands of bees and can be quite impressive to see.
Swarming bees can be removed
If you find a swarm of bees on your property, it’s important to stay calm and not disturb them. Swarming bees are usually not aggressive, but it’s best to keep your distance until they move on. If you need to have the swarm removed, contact a local beekeeper or pest control professional who can safely and humanely remove the swarm. You can find one at the OSBA link.
Swarming bees are great for the environment
Swarming bees are actually good for the environment as they play an important role in pollination. Bees are responsible for pollinating a large percentage of the world’s food crops, and without them, our food supply would be greatly diminished. Swarming bees help to ensure the health and vitality of bee populations, which in turn benefits the environment and the food chain as a whole.
In conclusion, swarming bees are a natural and necessary part of the bee’s life cycle. While they may seem intimidating, they are usually not aggressive and play an important role in pollination and the health of bee populations. If you encounter a swarm of bees, stay calm and contact a professional who can safely remove them.
Bee Swarm Removal
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- You can report swarms to specific locations through the Oregon State Beekeepers HERE.
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- Within the Emerald Valley Living region you can contact me (Rena Brown) I am a beekeeper 🙂
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- 541-255-9220
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- Within the Emerald Valley Living region you can contact me (Rena Brown) I am a beekeeper 🙂
