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What is the name of a bee box?
hive
A beehive is an enclosed structure in which some honey bee species of the subgenus Apis live and raise their young. Though the word beehive is commonly used to describe the nest of any bee colony, scientific and professional literature distinguishes nest from hive.
Associations to the word «bee»
- Hive.
- Eater.
- Nectar.
- Pollen.
- Wasp.
- Swarm.
- Honey.
- Sting.
What are the different types of bee boxes?
However, there are three main types of beehive in use today – the Langstroth, the Warre and the Top Bar. Each of these has its advantages and disadvantages. Like most things in beekeeping, many beekeepers will tell you that their way – and their hive – is the only way to go.
Why is a bee box called a super?
The deep acquired the names of “hive body” and “brood box” because that is, generally, where the bees build their combs for the primary purpose of raising new bees (brood). The shallow box is also called a super. By definition, “super” means, “added to” or “on top of”, such as a superscript, or superintendent.
Whats a good name for a bee?
Cute Names for Bees
- Buzz.
- Albie.
- Abbie.
- Robbie.
- Beatrice.
- Kirby.
- Colby.
- Toby.
What is another word for hive?
What is another word for hive?
| colony | apiary |
|---|---|
| swarm | beehive |
| skep | honeycomb |
| comb |
How do bees make a hive?
Wild honey bees make hives in rock crevices, hollow trees and other areas that scout bees believe are appropriate for their colony. Similar to the habits of domesticated honey bees, they construct hives by chewing wax until it becomes soft, then bonding large quantities of wax into the cells of a honeycomb.
Do all bees make honey?
But only one kind makes honey: the honeybee. This bee species lives in large families, or colonies, and can be found all over the world. Female “worker” bees produce honey from pollen and nectar that they collect from plants on their fuzzy bodies while pollinating.
Can I use a deep box for honey?
A common configuration of hives is made using deep boxes for the brood chambers and the medium or shallow boxes for the honey supers, however many beekeepers now prefer all medium boxes.
What is capped honey?
Someone asked me, “What do you mean by ‘capped’ honey?” My answer: Capped honey is like anything that has a cap on it, like a jar of jam, for instance. When it’s just right, they seal up the cell with a layer of wax often referred to as a cap, just like the lid on a jar of jam.
What name means honey bee?
The name comes from the Greek word μέλισσα (mélissa), “bee”, which in turn comes from μέλι (meli), “honey”….Melissa.
| Origin | |
|---|---|
| Word/name | Greek |
| Meaning | Honey bee |
| Region of origin | Greece |
| Other names |