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A swarm-hunt works by reinforcing the olfactory signal of the bee in times of slap to capture swarms by a bait, if the hive empty in addition to putting these products we accompany it with long-standing wax honeycombs the probability of capturing a swarm is multiplied.
It is also advisable to place the hive in a strategic location of swarm passage, with certain details such as that this sunny, half slope, hive entrance facing south, raised from the ground about 30-50cm, etc.
Various models: spray, paste, with wipes, pheromones, etc.
A swarm is a group of bees leaving their hive to form a new colony. It is composed of the queen and thousands of young workers who seek a suitable place to settle.
It usually occurs in Spring and Early Summer, when the colony is strong and there is abundant nectar and pollen. Factors such as overalls or lack of space also favour it.
Located in quiet, shaded areas and at a height of more than 20 centimetres. Bees prefer cavities of between 30 and 40 litres, with a small inlet facing south or southeast.
The most effective attractants contain pheromones of Nasanov or natural wax extracts and propolis. They can also be used prepared as Bee Boost o Apilure to increase the chance of capture.
You must move to the hive definitive at dusk, when all the bees are inside. It is recommended to lightly spray with water to keep calm and move the box gently.
Enter frames with fully drawn beeswax comb or open breeding to fix the queen. It is also useful to reduce the hive entrance in the first few days and maintain a quiet environment without external discomfort.
In that case, the ideal is contact a local beekeeper or civil protection. You should not try to capture it without the right experience or equipment.
In addition to taking advantage of free bees, genetics adapted to the local environment are incorporated. It is a sustainable practice that helps keep populations of bees strong and resilient.
