Bee Removal Adventure: Saving Bees in New Orleans!

🐝New Orleans has a unique ecosystem due to its location near Lake Pontchartrain and the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in early spring blooms and thriving bee populations.

🔨Homes in the area often have beehives hidden beneath floors or walls, requiring careful and skillful removal to protect both the bees and the property.

👑Locating and capturing the queen bee is crucial in ensuring the survival of the colony, as she is responsible for laying eggs and maintaining the hive's population.

🌼The comb, filled with honey and pollen, is carefully removed and placed onto frames, allowing the bees to continue their honey-making process in a new location.

📦After vacuuming the remaining bees, they are placed in a new box with the captured queen, ready to start a new hive and contribute to the local ecosystem.

Why do bees often build hives in residential areas?

—Bees are attracted to the shelter and protection that residential structures offer. They often find openings in walls, floors, or other hidden areas to establish their hives.

Is it dangerous to have a beehive in my house?

—While bees are generally docile and beneficial to the environment, having a beehive within your home can pose risks, such as structural damage or increased bee activity near entrances.

Do bees and their hives need to be removed by professionals?

—Bee removal is a specialized task that requires knowledge of bee behavior and proper removal techniques. It is highly recommended to hire experienced professionals to ensure the safety of both the bees and the property.

How can I prevent bees from building hives in my house?

—Caulking and sealing any openings in your home's exterior can help prevent bees from finding suitable nesting sites. Regular inspection and prompt removal of any potential bee activity can also deter hive formation.

What happens to the bees after a removal?

—In a bee removal operation, the bees are safely relocated to a more suitable location, such as a bee yard or apiary, where they can continue their important role in pollination and honey production.

00:15Introduction to the bee removal adventure in New Orleans and the unique ecosystem of the area.

07:00Finding the beehive beneath a floor and showcasing the extensive comb and bee population.

18:00Discovering the queen bee and capturing her to ensure the survival of the colony.

22:00Transferring the comb to frames, allowing the bees to continue their honey-making process in a new location.

28:00Vacuuming the remaining bees and placing them in a new box, ready to start a new hive in a suitable environment.