opened up the hive today and noticed the wax looked like something is eating it.

Started by adamant, July 11, 2012, 08:59:56 PM

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adamant


AllenF

Do the bees have anything to eat besides that wax?   What do the other frames look like?


Wolfer


BeeMaster2

Do all of the frames look like this one?

I agree, looks like robbing.
Jim
Democracy is 2 wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well armed lamb contesting the vote.
Ben Franklin

adamant

Quote from: sawdstmakr on July 12, 2012, 12:36:18 AM
Do all of the frames look like this one?

I agree, looks like robbing.
Jim

most.. what should i do? its 2 deeps and a med honey super

BeeMaster2

Quote from: adamant on July 12, 2012, 12:57:48 AM
Quote from: sawdstmakr on July 12, 2012, 12:36:18 AM
Do all of the frames look like this one?

I agree, looks like robbing.
Jim

most.. what should i do? its 2 deeps and a med honey super
The first thing to do is close down the entrance as much as possible to allow 1 or 2 bees spaces only. If there is no honey left, you obviously do not have a flow on, then you need to feed them. Use a top feeder. Keep a close eye on it. Feeding in a dearth causes robbing.
Jim
Democracy is 2 wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well armed lamb contesting the vote.
Ben Franklin

sterling

I had that same problem with a couple splits. I had to go to a baggie feeder with just two or three very small slits and feed just before dark and just enough feed to last till morning.