Peaceful swarm of bees inspires Greifswald marketplace visitors

Peaceful swarm of bees inspires Greifswald marketplace visitors

On Friday, June 13th, a swarm of bees with around 5,000 bees caused a sensation in downtown Greifswald. The hard -working insects gathered on the market square, where they adhered to flower coats on a street lamp. This spectacle had both passers -by and the guests of the Café San Marco paused and amazed.

While worried and confusion among those present initially prevailed, the bees subsequently took a peaceful attitude. The staff of the café did not hesitate and immediately informed the fire brigade, but could not cope with the Situation alone. So the experts had to go: The two hobby beekeepers Thomas Bartels and Rainer Warnick took over the rescue of the bees.

A peaceful spectacle is serious

Rainer Warnick, who works as a trainer for disabled and senior sports, has about ten such missions- from hornets to wasps- under control a year. Together with Bartels, he had to organize a ladder to get to the swarm. The beekeepers ventured to work with a bundle of springs and tried to carefully wipe the bees into a grid box. They gave the bees enough time to calm down what turned out to be a clever move.

Overall, the campaign lasted almost three hours. Almost all bees could be saved, only a small rest remained disoriented. The beekeepers expressed concern that the remaining bees may not survive due to birds of prey and lack of food. Happiness in misfortune: the majority of the bee people and the queen found a new home in the garden of Rainer Warnick.

the raving: a natural process

But what exactly happens when bees rave about? According to information from Bienenjournal , the natural method of increasing honey bees is rave. As a rule, this takes place in May and June, especially in warm and dry weather. If the people get too big, the old queen is leaving and looking for a new place with part of the people.

fascinated by this natural spectacle, but many people often shy away when they meet a swarm of bees that occurs queasy. But with the right knowledge and a little courage, the exchange with the bees can often be a positive experience. The online portal of Fire Brigade Association offers quick help and conveyed beekeepers who can take care of the swarms without a special registration.