The best time to trap bees is spring and autumn. In places with a suitable climate, bees can be trapped all year round. There are two main times for trapping bees. One is to trap bee colonies that have found new sites to build their nests during the natural bee colony period. The second is to trap migratory groups that abandon their nests and flee during the period of high migration. The specific time varies depending on the climate in different places. For example, bees can be lured almost all year round in southern China, where winter temperatures are relatively high.
Target swarm.
Natural bee swarming: The natural bee swarming period is the season when luring bees is most likely to succeed. The reason is that during the natural bee colony period, there are a large number of bee colonies that need to be relocated to build nests. The specific time varies depending on the climate in different places, but it is mostly concentrated between March and May when nectar sources are abundant and the climate is suitable.
High migration period: The high migration period is the season when luring bees is most likely to be successful. The reason is that during the period of high migration, a large number of migratory flocks need to find new sites to build nests. The specific time varies depending on the climate in different places, but it is mostly concentrated between July and September when nectar sources are scarce and enemies are serious.
Bee trapping methods.
1. Tools: Commonly used tools for luring bees include bee traps, bee trap buckets, bee trap holes, etc. No matter which one is used, beeswax must be applied to the inner wall. The principle is that beeswax has a natural attraction to bees. In addition, in order to attract scout bees, some beeswax should be applied near the nest door.
2. Position: There are five main points for trapping bees. One is that there must be a wild bee colony nearby. The second is that there must be abundant nectar sources nearby. Third, the environment must be quiet. Fourth, there must be fewer enemies such as wasps. Fifth, it must comply with the nesting habits of bees.
3. Inspection: Regular or irregular inspections are required when luring bees, especially on sunny days after long rains, where surprises are most likely to occur. To successfully lure the queen bee, you need to leave the box in time and restore it to its original state to lure more bees. If it is invaded by snakes, insects, rats, ants, etc., it must be dealt with promptly.