Bees swarm the queen to protect her and start a new, more sustainable colony capable of producing the next generation of bees.

Want to know how to capture a wild honey bee swarm? This step-by-step guide shows you everything you need to safely collect a bee swarm and set up your own hive. Essential info for both beginners and ...

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When a beehive outgrows its home, the colony faces a critical decision: where to move next. Rather than relying on a single leader, bees use a remarkable form of collective decision-making—scout bees ...

“Swarm is a good thing,” said McCrady, as she estimates this one is about 20-30,000 bees. It’s the largest swarm she’s ever ...