[header] How to get rid of a beehive [title] Call a professional if the hive is large or difficult to access. [substeps] Honey bees will typically have from 10 , 000-50 , 000 or more bees in a hive. You may only see a small portion but the hives can be deeply hidden in walls, trees, chimneys, roofs, etc.
[header] How to get rid of a beehive [title] Call a professional if the hive is large or difficult to access. [substeps] Honey bees will typically have from 10 , 000-50 , 000 or more bees in a hive. You may only see a small portion but the hives can be deeply hidden in walls, trees, chimneys, roofs, etc.
Some bees are more aggressive than others and will swarm or sting if the hive is threatened or if someone gets too close. Yellow jackets, though not a bee, will do this. [title] Cover the hive site with blocks or bricks to create a barrier for the bees. [substeps] Cinder blocks and other large blocks can be used as barriers. Take steps to clearly and rationally inspect any hives you are able to see. Bees in large hives may be out of place and die. Bees will probably encounter several beehives in a parallel line or rows throughout the center of the hive. If there are too many beehives but the population decreases or the hive contains a large number of bees, consider consulting your state's beekeeping board.