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Insects and Animals That Kill Honey Bees, and How to Respond
A practical guide to the insects, mites and animals that harm honey bee colonies, how to recognize each threat, and sensible first steps for beekeepers.
Pests & Swarms
Hive Pests
6 guides, starting with Insects and Animals That Kill Honey Bees, and How to Respond.
Ants Attacking Your Bee Hive: Prevention and Treatment
Ants in a bee hive are usually a nuisance rather than a disaster. Learn how to spot them, keep them out, and respond without harming your bees.
Mold in a Bee Hive: Causes, Moisture Control and Fixes
Finding mold in a bee hive is common, especially in damp weather. Learn why it forms, when it matters, and how to control moisture and clean up safely.
Robbing Screens: Stopping Other Bees From Raiding Your Hive
Learn what a robbing screen does, how to recognize robbing, when to install one and what else helps protect a weak colony when nectar runs short.
When to Use an Entrance Reducer on a Bee Hive
Entrance reducers help colonies defend against robbers, mice and cold. Learn when to install one, which opening to choose and when to take it out.
White Worms in a Bee Hive: What They Are and What to Do
White grubs in a hive may be normal bee brood, wax moth larvae or small hive beetle larvae. Learn how to tell them apart and what to do about each.
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