Hi All
 
> Just had another thought on TBHs:
>
> If they are suspended rather than supported on the ground, they could be
> hoisted up high enough to be impervious to bears...
>
 
The major reason for elevating top bar hives ( and even more so, log
hives) in Africa is to provide them with some degree of protection
from predators - mostly from the renowned ratel or honey badger. Sure
to be of the same value with bears.
 
Mike Allsopp
 
 
 
 
 
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