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Sunday, August 23, 2009

Sunday Afternoon Visit to the Bee Tree

I love visiting the bee tree, but I want so badly to see inside. This close up of the front door is the best I can do. It's funny to me that they are all in a circle around the opening - especially since one of the bee dances is the circle dance.



Last week I changed out the top box (really just a surround for the baggie feeder) for a prettier box. This looks so much better, don't you think?



I added a new bag of syrup. The old one still had about 1/4 cup of syrup in it so I left it hanging under the top so maybe they can finish it off.

Meanwhile they appear to be doing well. The other day I tried to pull up the center frame and it was hooked by wax or propolis to the comb in the tree - I think that's a good sign for their moving into the box.

Cross your fingers! I am......


This afternoon I also went over to Blue Heron and gave them a new baggie of syrup. They looked good and were happy and calm, despite my intrusion. Makes me feel better about killing that gorgeous queen, but see, I'm still thinking about it. Never again.
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3 comments:

  1. Bee Magic Chronicles for Kids11:02 PM

    I am completely enjoying the story of this bee tree. Yes I've crossed all my fingers for you :)

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  2. bejolino_5:14 AM

    I always find your blog very interesting and useful.
    I have a a question: are the bees in the bee tree picture washboarding?

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  3. Linda T6:14 AM

    They are washboarding in a circle!

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