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Understanding Queen Bees: A Guide for New Beekeepers
Beekeeping comes with its set of challenges, the most notable being the ability to locate the elusive queen bee in a hive. In a recent video by David from Barnyard Bees, he shares valuable insights and practical tips on managing bee colonies, specifically focusing on identifying and maintaining the health of the queen bee.
The Importance of the Queen Bee
David emphasizes that the queen bee is central to the hive's wellbeing. Without her, the bees become agitated and noisy, indicating distress. He illustrates this with a hands-on approach: after removing frames from a hive, he gauges the box's noise level. A loud, roaring box signifies a missing queen, while a quiet box suggests she is still present.