Walking outside and seeing or hearing thousands of bees swarming around your home can be alarming, even for those who encourage bees to visit their property. It is especially concerning for someone with an allergy to stings or with children or pets that they let play outside. Knowing the ins and outs of why bees swarm, what a swarm is, and what to do when you need honey bee removal help is important.
Here are the main things to know about bee swarms:
- Bees live in established colonies but swarming is a natural part of the bee life cycle.
- During a swarm, a group consisting of a second queen and roughly half of the worker bees will split off from the existing colony and look for a new home.
- Swarms are most common in the spring when flowers are blooming and the colony is likely to be thriving and growing.
- If you are a homeowner, it’s your responsibility to handle bees on your property. A registered Florida beekeeper can remove both a swarm and an established hive for you.
Honey bees are sweet contributors to our environment; the honeybees in Florida alone produced over 10,000 pounds of honey in 2018. While they are awesome contributors to our environment and economy, handling a swarm on your own is not recommended. A colony of honeybees will protect their hive with their lives, which is dangerous for everyone involved. The honeybee can only sting once, sacrificing its life to protect its home, and stings are painful or even life-threatening for humans. Professionals trained in honey bee removal can help you safely remove a swarm or hive from your property without harming the bees. Residents of South Florida can contact Best Bee Removal for same-day assistance with honey bee removal.