Bee bearding refers to the clustering or hanging of older bees outside the front face of the hive during hot weather, giving the impression of a " beard"!
Bee beard forms any time bees need to cool the inside of the hive. When summer is in full swing, the colony populations are nearing their peak and combs are filled with open brood ~ the act of bringing in water Blythe forager bees to cool down the hive may not be sufficient. Therefore, a a number of adult bees vacate the inside portion of the hive and move outside.
No comments:
Post a Comment