Comments on: My Version of Inspecting a Hive

By: Carolyn

Carolyn — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 17:09:31 +0000

I am new to bee keeping and had no trouble with my first couple of inspections but the hive has gotten larger and I made some mistakes last time and was stung 30 times or so . So I am nervous I have to add a honey super and take a look at them to make sure I didn’t kill the queen during that episode . Its a observation hive so I am able to see into the hive and while I see them capping honey the whole frame is honey so I am suspicious. I have to get in there and look around for brood. The problem is it is 90 degrees here and will be for the next 6 days. Its already been 2 weeks since I have opened the hive. I am able to get close to them and they seem fairly calm again . should I just wait until the temps drop? and If I have to, when should I open the hive? still at the mid morning time that is recommended? or should I go in very early before the heat becomes too much?

By: MLisa

MLisa — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 20:24:50 +0000

Would have liked to have seen a closer view of you catching the queen and marking. 🙁

By: Kevin

Kevin — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 10:56:25 +0000

Thanks for the video! I’m just curious if you have screens under your hives or a solid bottom board?

By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 13:12:40 +0000

Hi Gene,
Great video on the first hive inspection of the 2016 season. I appreciate that you explain what your doing so clearly.
Quick question….how much “food in the pantry” do they need this time of year? If there is excess after over-wintering, can some frames be harvested now? Also, what is the black piece wedged in between the frames?
Thanks!