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Cooler temps make these ladies upset when I open up to do hive inspections. Did you know a hive will maintain a steady temp of 94-95° regardless of outside temp! #beekeeping
@robfwtx some honey bees, if a hive is at full strength and not weakened by mites or disease, will swarm around a murder hornet in a ball and rapidly vibrate to raise their core temp and "fry" the hornet. This is the same way they heat the hive in winter, but used in self-defence. A few will die but the hive will be saved.
@robfwtx I have Italian honey bees. High honey producers but not very tolerant of temps and disease. A great bee for anyone wanting to start.
@robfwtx check this out >> https://youtu.be/UNroEwFxh6I
@bfgreen They are gorgeous! Love my bees!