This chapter discusses the conditions that lead to a swarm and how to catch one. Introduction: A swarm is a group of bees that leaves the hive with the original queen to start a new colony. It is the honey bee’s natural method of reproduction. Most people are amazed when they see and hear a swarm, and most beekeepers are very happy to catch a swarm and sad to see one leave their apiary.

   Please read chapter 6 as well as review the video and other material for this chapter. Please feel free to leave comments or ask questions during the Q&A time on the Zoom Meeting.  The test will be posted following the review.

Chapter Six Video