Swarm of bees

[ellen h]

Came across a swarm this morning in a bush alongside a farm track.
Are they honey bees?

[Feldspar]

Yes they are, Ellen, what a fantastic sight they must have been, all huddled together in that fashion

[ellen h]

Originally Posted by Feldspar

Yes they are, Ellen, what a fantastic sight they must have been, all huddled together in that fashion

Wow that was quick,thanks Feldspar,yes was quite fascinating to watch.
Seemed very settled where they were,am passing that way again tomorrow and will see if they have gone...
ellen

[Jim Ford]

"A swarm of bees in May is worth a load of hay;
A swarm of bees in June is worth a silver spoon;
A swarm of bees in July isn't worth a fly."

(Old country saying.)

Jim

[galanthus]

Great Ellen, an amazing sight isn't it, if a little unerving. We had one in work last year, stayed overnight but went the next afternoon, I was lucky to be amongst those on the fire escape watching them when it left, noisy but a wonderful opportunity to see nature performing marvels. The original colony had split. I posted 2 of the pics on wab, honey bees without doubt....

[ellen h]

Swarm had gone this morning.
Found some useful local numbers on Essex beekeepers website for beekeepers willing to collect honey bee swarms.Am carrying list with me from now on,in case I see any more...
ellen