30,000 Bees and Not a Single Sting

Massive swarm. Thousands upon thousands of bees with no home to defend. 🐝 One of the biggest misconceptions about honey bees is that they are naturally aggressive. In reality, bees are usually defensive of their colony, brood, and honey stores. A swarm like this is generally quite docile because they are homeless and focused on searching for a new place to live. 🐝 That doesn’t mean they should be handled carelessly. Appropriate protective equipment is always recommended, and experience makes a huge difference. But when handled gently and respectfully, swarms often pose very little risk. 🐝 Want to see just how calm swarms can be? Check out the “Answers to Popular Questions” playlist on our YouTube channel, where we show and discuss swarm behaviour in detail. — © Hinterland Bees