Thursday, May 8, 2014

New frames and burr comb

This is the frame shown at the bottom of last week's post. After about two weeks, it looks about 80% full of comb which includes some honey and to my surprise a little brood as well.

I trimmed the top off the burr comb using a wire clay cutter and laid a top bar above, so the bees will join the comb to the bar. If it seems well-attached, I think I'll try to separate the burr comb into two frames. Though, I'm concerned that there will be brood, in which case, I'll just let it be for the time being.

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