How Big Should A Beehive Entrance Be? (Amazing Facts!)

How Big Should A Beehive Entrance Be? (Amazing Facts!)

Honeybees are very particular creatures and are known to vacate hives unsuitable for their specific preferences.  Yes… Fussy little things they are… Honeybees require hives, but those hives must have precise parameters for the bees to feel at home.  The beekeeper’s job is the welfare of his bees, so naturally, this leads them to wonder…

What Color Should a Beehive Be?

What Color Should a Beehive Be?

As a beginning beekeeper, you may notice that many other beekeepers have hives that are a variety of colors. I remember when I first got started I was worried that bright colors might irritate the bees. You might even be a seasoned beekeeper who notices fellow beekeepers having painted beehives.  Sure, the painted hives can…

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