Vespa Velutina
When the Hive Falls Silent: Vespa Velutina Strikes in a New Region Today I share some somber news from my apiary. One of my bee colonies has fallen victim to the invasive Vespa Velutina, also known as the Asian hornet. This may very well be the first sighting of this aggressive predator in our area…
Fourth Swarm in One Week: Back Up in the Tree!
Fourth Swarm in One Week: Back Up in the Tree! Unbelievably, this marks the fourth swarm I’ve caught within just one week. After the previous easy catch at arm’s reach, this one brought me back to reality — perched higher up in an old fruit tree. It was a classic swarm situation: warm weather, active…
Third Time’s the Charm: Another Swarm at the Perfect Height
Third Time’s the Charm: Another Swarm at the Perfect Height Just two days after my last swarm rescue, it happened again — another swarm, this time in the most beekeeper-friendly spot imaginable: right at a comfortable working height. There was no climbing, no ladders, no straining to reach — just a calm, accessible swarm hanging…
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