> (There must be a reason why feral colonies
> almost always have their brood nest and honey storage area BELOW the
> entrance.)

After reading this, I have been thinking about the feral hives that I have
boxed out of trees.  I would say that in the majority of cases, the
entrances are above the nest.  Some I recall were about half way.

Not sure if our mild climate would make any difference.  We need ventilation
in our normal hives because of the humidity.

Trevor Weatherhead
AUSTRALIA

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