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Old 06-07-2009, 08:17 PM
 
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I have two very large oaks next to our driveway. 2 weeks ago we heard the sound of a swarm of bees. They are silent during the day and very loud in the evening. We cannot see them but there has to be alot based on how loud it is. I've used binoculars & still can't see anything. I'm afraid to be near the place. Do we need to bring in the specialists or is it possible they will leave and we should wait it out a while longer. Any advice would be appreciated.
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Old 06-07-2009, 08:39 PM
 
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if you're too scared to go near them i'd say you don't have much choice than bring in a specialist.

i don't think bees tend to relocate on their own... bring in a guy who will smoke them out and move them to another location, if possible. And have him leave you the honeycomb!
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Old 06-07-2009, 09:34 PM
 
Location: San Antonio, Texas
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yikes! Better to be safe than sorry- bring in a specialist to get them out of there. Let us know what happens.
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Old 06-08-2009, 06:13 PM
 
Location: San Quilmas, Tx
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It's better to have them relocated than to call SAFD. SAFD will rub them out and that would be a shame if they weren't the "Africanized" variety...
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Old 06-08-2009, 06:45 PM
 
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I would call the local police dept because they might know a beekeeeper who would come and remove them for nothing. That is what we do were I live.Most any local beekeeper will do it usually.A feed store might also know one.
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Old 06-08-2009, 10:17 PM
 
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Burn a tire under them and they'll be gone.
Make sure that you stay inside.
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Old 06-08-2009, 10:27 PM
 
Location: SoCal-So Proud!
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Burn a tire under them and they'll be gone.
Make sure that you stay inside.
How 'bout we blindfold you, give you a stick and tell you that we have a nice Pinata to bust. You can "go to town on it" for the OP.
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Old 06-08-2009, 11:48 PM
 
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Please call 311 first and inquire about bee removal. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has several articles about bees and problems with removing swarms. They may have some recommendations for professionals that could help your with your problem.

In the time being, do not mow or use any loud equipment like a leaf blower or chain saw near the colony.

Good luck! You're very fortunate that you discovered them before they found you.
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Old 06-09-2009, 07:25 AM
 
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How 'bout we blindfold you, give you a stick and tell you that we have a nice Pinata to bust. You can "go to town on it" for the OP.
I like better the game of "Close your eyes and stick your hand in the bee hive"
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Old 11-04-2009, 03:49 PM
 
Location: Universal City, Texas
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If you find that they are regular honey bees, you can bring them over here. I'm sure my roses would love them!
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