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Title: Swarms in Florida Question
Post by: Sundog on November 20, 2011, 01:50:42 PM

I would like to add to my bees and I have been contemplating putting a swarm trap in the trees along the creek behind my yard.

Is there a particular time or season for doing that in Florida, and what would increase my chances of success?

I had a swarm move into a bird house back there many years ago, so I think it would be possible, even in this crowded suburbia. I have seen what I believe to be feral bees along the creek, but have never found a hive.

Thanks.

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Title: Re: Swarms in Florida Question
Post by: AllenF on November 20, 2011, 10:38:51 PM

Wait until right before swarm season begins. You may catch one of your swarms and you bees may attract a wild swarm. Bait up your bait box with some old foundation or slum gum and some lemongrass oil.

Title: Re: Swarms in Florida Question
Post by: Sundog on November 20, 2011, 10:48:36 PM

Quote from: AllenF on November 20, 2011, 10:38:51 PM
Wait until right before swarm season begins.

When IS "swarm season" in this area?

Title: Re: Swarms in Florida Question
Post by: hardwood on November 21, 2011, 08:28:27 AM

Late Feb/early March.

Scott

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