Honey bees

[sb47]

Honey storage is usually above the brood area. Any chance they made it up into the attic/roof area?

No I don't think so. They didn't get passed the header plate. I have a stethoscope that I use to hear them in the wall and nothing above the header plate. They were so loud I didn't really need the stethoscope to hear them in the wall. I only saw one bee looking around where the hive was. No more bees buzzing around the hive anymore.

 

[sb47]

The last week the temps were cool and I attacked them at night while they were all in the hive. It was cool enough at night that they didn't move much as I was working on the hive. If it had been wormer it would have been a whole different problem. Thank god for the Easter snap bringing cool enough temps to keep them less active.

 

[sb47]

I found that those bug bombs will kill them really easily in just a few min. The vapor does a good job of penetrating deep into the hive.

 

[Kevin Archer]

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I put a coat (with a hoodie) on with loose double layered pants and gloves. I have an old dip net that wnto fishing, hiking, camping, or any other outdoor activity, having the right gear can make a significant difference.

From experience I will share the following. I work d honey bees for six years. This is real world from working a hive with all the gear, smoker, and knowledge. Bees were a Russian carnelian hybrid With a gentle queen. I will spare all of you the story

When you are doing the work, try not to be all alone. If you get stung enough anaphylactic reaction is common.

If you get stung do not punch stinger and venom sack, scrape it at skin. If you pinch you will get the venom for sure. Bees can only sting once venom sack stays with stinger

If you get stung multiple times go to the urgent care or emergency room. They can give you kennelog to help.

Be careful. You might also think about having an epi pen at hand.

Do not be complacent.

Thank you for sharing your experience and advice on working with honey bees. Safety is paramount, and being cautious around bees is essential. It's crucial to have the right gear and knowledge to minimize risks. If stung, avoid pinching the stinger and consider having an EpiPen on hand, especially if you're allergic. Thanks for the insights! For outdoor gear, you can check out here. Stay safe and enjoy your outdoor adventures!

 

[Bill G]

Seems like a spam post to me

 

[sb47]

It sounds like you've got yourself well-prepared for the outdoors with that coat, loose double-layered pants, gloves, and a dip net for your hood. Dressing appropriately is crucial for staying comfortable and safe during outdoor activities.

Speaking of outdoor gear, if you're interested in upgrading your attire for even better protection, I recommend checking out the website. They offer a wide range of high-quality outdoor apparel and equipment that could further enhance your outdoor experiences. Whether you're i



Thank you for sharing your experience and advice on working with honey bees. Safety is paramount, and being cautious around bees is essential. It's crucial to have the right gear and knowledge to minimize risks. If stung, avoid pinching the stinger and consider having an EpiPen on hand, especially if you're allergic. Thanks for the insights! For outdoor gear, you can check out here. Stay safe and enjoy your outdoor adventures!

I thought I got them all, but apparently I missed some because they are back. It's to hot right now and they are to active. I'm gonna wait till fall when the temps get lower and they can't move very well.

 

[MacAttack]

Am I reading this right? You're having to kill a hive of honey bees because no one will help remove them?

It's very disappointing that a bee specialist / keeper couldn't or wouldn't step up to help, it seems like all I see are bee people pleading to ask for removal help instead of killing em.

I get it though, you can't be getting attacked and stung in your own house.

 

[Bubster]

I busted the bands on a bundle of salt treated pine fence post about 2 weeks ago only to find a huge nest of honey bees in the middle. No good honey could have came from that. Anyhow, a half gallon of gas and a match took care of them. Would not recommend that in your house. Maybe a smoke bellows and have a helper wait outside with hornet spray?

 

[sb47]

I busted the bands on a bundle of salt treated pine fence post about 2 weeks ago only to find a huge nest of honey bees in the middle. No good honey could have came from that. Anyhow, a half gallon of gas and a match took care of them. Would not recommend that in your house. Maybe a smoke bellows and have a helper wait outside with hornet spray?

The problem I'm having is where they are located. They are located in a difficult spot and I am trying not to damage the house trying to get to where they are.

 

[Bubster]

Spectracide does wonders on many bees,even without direct contact. Just wait till dark and spray all around the siding where they are nesting. Takes a few days but you can get them all that way. Spectacide will make them very lethargic , so if they do fly out they will be slow and easy targets. Good luck and be careful.

 

[Bill G]

Just call a beekeeper

 

[Bubster]

After reading back through most of the post in this thread, seems there may be a shortage of honey bees in some areas? That is sure not the case here. There is a honey bee or 5 on every clover bloom in my yard. I knocked an old locust snag over last year that had 24,009,874 honey bees in it and I was never so thankful to be inside a cabbed machine. Bear got the bees and honey that night, but we still have no shortage.

 

[Bill G]

After reading back through most of the post in this thread, seems there may be a shortage of honey bees in some areas? That is sure not the case here. There is a honey bee or 5 on every clover bloom in my yard. I knocked an old locust snag over last year that had 24,009,874 honey bees in it and I was never so thankful to be inside a cabbed machine. Bear got the bees and honey that night, but we still have no shortage.

You folks got the pollinator program there?

 

[Bubster]

You folks got the pollinator program there?

No sir, not that I'm aware of. What we do have is alot of white clover and huge basswood trees. Honey bees here are at least not very aggressive , but as I read in an earlier post someone mentioned them being " Africanized" in certain areas. I know they play a huge role in pollinating, so my post about Spectacide may need to be reconsidered.

 

[sb47]

Spectracide does wonders on many bees,even without direct contact. Just wait till dark and spray all around the siding where they are nesting. Takes a few days but you can get them all that way. Spectacide will make them very lethargic , so if they do fly out they will be slow and easy targets. Good luck and be careful.

Thanks for the info. Can I find that at Home Depot or Lowes?

 

[Bill G]

No sir, not that I'm aware of. What we do have is alot of white clover and huge basswood trees. Honey bees here are at least not very aggressive , but as I read in an earlier post someone mentioned them being " Africanized" in certain areas. I know they play a huge role in pollinating, so my post about Spectacide may need to be reconsidered.

The pollinator program is a USDA program designed to pay famers to take land out of production and plant pollinators that will attract bees. It has been an epic failure here due to typical USDA micro-management.

The pics I will post are of 160 acres of prime land taken out of production..............you tell me.........

 

[Bill G]

Now this is part of mine that borders the other. It is a NON GOVERNMENT involved real farming system.

 

[Oletrapper]

I have a honey bee hive in the wall of my house and would like to know how to get rid of them.
I was thinking about setting up my shop vac at the entrance at night then during the day when they are active I can turn it on and suck them up. If I beat on the inside wall they will come out of the hive in huge number giving me a good chance of getting a lot of them. Once I get there numbers down I can knock a hole in the wall and toss in some bug bombs and maybe get the rest. Any other ideas?
I just got hammered when I got to close mowing the yard.

How do you know they are honey bees? It is very unusual for a honey bee to attack because of mowing. On the other hand, if they are the African honey bees, they are very aggressive and tolerate very little movement or noise in close proximity to the hive. Some call them Killer Bees. Go here:
https://a-z-animals.com/blog/killer-bee-vs-honey-bee-what-are-the-differences/
See if you can take a pic and post.
Your shop vac will work. Get a 10' length of 2" PVC pipe and tape to your shop vac hose. Place the end of the pipe about 1 1/2" from the entrance.
Turn on the shop vac and let it run. Day and night. When they try to go in or out they will be sucked into the pipe. Bees gone. OT

 

[thenne1713]

The problem I'm having is where they are located. They are located in a difficult spot and I am trying not to damage the house trying to get to where they are.

If they are honeybees, try to find a local to handle them and cart them off for free; the world needs the BEES

 

[pdqdl]

How do you know they are honey bees? It is very unusual for a honey bee to attack because of mowing. On the other hand, if they are the African honey bees, they are very aggressive and tolerate very little movement or noise in close proximity to the hive. Some call them Killer Bees. Go here:
https://a-z-animals.com/blog/killer-bee-vs-honey-bee-what-are-the-differences/
See if you can take a pic and post.
Your shop vac will work. Get a 10' length of 2" PVC pipe and tape to your shop vac hose. Place the end of the pipe about 1 1/2" from the entrance.
Turn on the shop vac and let it run. Day and night. When they try to go in or out they will be sucked into the pipe. Bees gone. OT

I'm pretty sure that article you cited is chocked full of bad information, especially those pictures.

Here's a better guide:

"Distinguishing an Africanized honey bee (also known as the "killer bee") from a European honey bee without DNA testing can be challenging but not impossible. Africanized honey bees are a more aggressive hybrid of African honey bees and European honey bees. Here are some characteristics that might help a normal person differentiate between the two:​

1. Aggressiveness: Africanized honey bees are known for being more aggressive and defensive compared to European honey bees. If you observe a group of bees displaying aggressive behavior, such as pursuing or stinging intruders in large numbers, it might indicate the presence of Africanized honey bees.
2. Nest Location: Africanized honey bees are more likely to build their nests in unusual or less protected locations. They may create nests in small cavities, abandoned vehicles, utility boxes, or other unconventional places.
3. Swarm Size: Africanized honey bee swarms are typically larger than European honey bee swarms. However, size alone may not be a reliable indicator.
4. Flight Pattern: Africanized honey bees tend to have a more erratic flight pattern compared to the more steady and predictable flight of European honey bees. However, this difference may be subtle and challenging to observe.
5. Physical Characteristics: Africanized honey bees and European honey bees look very similar, and visual identification can be challenging. However, Africanized bees are often slightly smaller than European honey bees, and their coloration can be slightly darker.