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Do Beehives Die in the Winter?

beehives in the winter

Some beehives die in the winter while others do not. For example, honeybees survive the winter by clustering together in a warm huddle. In contrast, bumblebee colonies die off by the late fall, leaving only the queen bee to survive by hibernating.

How to Paint a Beehive

paint for beehive

Picking the best paint for your beehive depends on three factors. Firstly, you want low VOC paint. Secondly, you want exterior-rated paint. And third, you should preferably choose latex-based paint rather than acrylic paint.

What Are Modern Hives?

beekeeper inspecting modern hive (langstroth hive)

Modern hives, also called Langstroth hives, are the most popular beehive used in the United States. With that said, they aren’t a one-size-fits-all hive for every beekeeper.