34 Questions
How many bees does approximately each pound represent in a package?
3,500 bees
Why might beekeepers in northern areas wish to delay package bee shipments?
To avoid the risk of bees dying due to low temperatures
What is the main purpose of a can containing sugar syrup inside a standard wooden shipping cage for bees?
To allow the bees to withdraw food
What is the significance of standard wooden shipping cages having wire screens on the long sides?
To facilitate ventilation
When should packages be ordered to ensure timely delivery in early spring?
January or February
Why do package bees clustered on combs of honey not need to break cluster to eat?
They can sustain themselves from the honey on the combs
What is a key rule of thumb for urban beekeeping?
Employing good swarm management techniques
According to the guidelines, how many hives should be kept on a property of 1⁄4 acre or less?
Less than four hives
What is the required height for a barrier between hives and a property line within 20 feet?
5 feet or more
Why should all hives within 30 feet of a public sidewalk or roadway have a barrier or be elevated?
To guide the flight path above traffic and pedestrians
What is the recommended time frame for providing water supply for bees by the property owner?
From March 1 to October 31
Which piece of equipment is considered vital in controlling bee behavior during colony manipulations?
Smoker
What is the purpose of giving package bees frames of capped brood from an established colony?
To stimulate growth of the colony by increasing the population of young bees
What is the major disadvantage of providing package bees with brood and honey?
Possibility of spreading disease/mites to the new colony
What can happen if newly hived package bees are not treated with fumagillin medicated syrup?
Higher likelihood of queen supersedure or queenlessness
When should an additional hive body of frames be placed on top of the brood chamber for a package bee colony?
1.5-2 months after installation
What is the purpose of providing newly installed packages with drawn frames containing honey?
To stimulate more rapid package development
How do beekeepers typically compensate for the shrinkage in package bee colony size after installation?
By providing each package with a frame or two of capped brood from an established colony
What is the recommended action to take with equipment from colonies lost during the winter?
Seal it up to prevent robbing
Why is it unnecessary to remove every dead bee from the cells?
Bees will remove them later in spring
What is the risk associated with leaving honey in the hive after the colony has died?
Honey may absorb moisture and ferment
When should you inspect and clean up colonies thoroughly?
During April
What is the suggested action if colonies have died from American foulbrood?
Destroy the colonies
What should you do if you find clusters of dead bees in combs?
Remove them before they mold or decompose
What is the primary role of drones in a bee colony?
Mating with the queen
What is the potential issue associated with laying workers in a hive?
They can lay unfertilized eggs leading to drone production
Which equipment is crucial for protecting beekeepers from bee stings?
Protective clothing
What is the purpose of moving bees on to a crop?
To provide pollination services
Which method is recommended for starting with bees if a beekeeper wants a smaller, established colony?
Nucleus Colonies
In beekeeping, what does swarm management involve?
Managing the natural reproduction of honey bee colonies
Which aspect influences the number of colonies needed for effective pollination services?
Crop characteristics and needs
What is an important consideration when selecting the right type of bee for a beekeeping operation?
Suitability for local climate and flora
'Rendering beeswax' in beekeeping refers to which activity?
Melting wax from honeycomb and purifying it
Why is 'pollen trapping' done in beekeeping?
To collect pollen for various purposes
Learn about beekeeping basics in the Mid-Atlantic region with MAAREC: Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and the USDA cooperating. This quiz covers topics such as the colony organization and introduction to beekeeping.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
