> Speaking of smooshing bees, in the peak of summer when the hives are
> > full, there are always bees on the top edge of the hive body when you go
> > to replace the inner cover or a super.  What's the best trick to keep
> > from killing so many?
 
What I do is hold the cover just above the body and move it round and
round in small horizontal circles whilst slowly lowering it.  You can do
the same for supers but it's rather hard work if they are full!
 
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