Since it is dearth season here these bees have been something else!
When I first started this hive in the spring my bees were very docile. Now it's mid July and the heat is unbearable and no amount of fanning seems to be enough to keep the humidity and temperature stable. You can not even approach this hive without being attacked by bees. When the alert phermone is expelled it's bad news for anything around the hive. Even pets. Nevertheless, I love watching the bees and their odd behaviors (with my bee suit on!). It fascinates me to watch how they operate their everyday life and communicate with one another. Even though they can be brutally defensive I still defend them myself constantly giving care to them to protect their world. I love being part of the life of those moody little girls. To be such a hot, sweet mess this time of year...they bring me so much peace.
