Apis mellifera

European honey bee at Freshwater Creek, VIC

Apis mellifera at Freshwater Creek, VIC - 3 Nov 2024
Apis mellifera at Freshwater Creek, VIC - 3 Nov 2024
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Apis mellifera 7 Nov 2024 WendyEM

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Feral bees taking over bird/possum box. Apiarist been arranged to remove. I have seen them deterring native bees in nearby flowers.

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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Nest building Breeding behaviour
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • True Bee nest present

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