Honey Bee Swarms
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Have You Found a Swarm?
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Honey bees sometimes gather in large clusters on
tree branches, fences, bushes, or other outdoor
surfaces.

Swarming is a natural part of honey bee reproduction.
A swarm is usually temporary while scout bees search
for a new home.

What Should You Do?
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* Keep children and pets away from the bees.
* Do not spray the bees with water or chemicals.
* Do not attempt to disturb or remove the swarm.
* Contact a local beekeeper for assistance.

Before Contacting Us
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Please gather the following information:

* Your name and contact information.
* The location of the swarm.
* Approximately how high the bees are above the ground.
* How long the bees have been there.
* Whether the bees are clustered outdoors or entering a structure.
* A photograph, if it can be taken safely.

Swarm Removal
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Bee Happy, Bee Alive may be able to assist with
accessible honey bee swarms.

Each situation is evaluated individually based on
location, accessibility, and safety.

Bees Inside a Structure
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If bees are living inside a wall, roof, chimney,
or another enclosed space, removal may require
a structural cutout.

Structural cutouts are different from collecting
an exposed swarm and may require a specialist.

We can discuss the situation and help identify
an appropriate next contact.

Additional Information
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More information about swarm collection,
structural cutouts, and local resources
will be added soon.