In Virginia at least honeybees are not considered wild animals but are
considerd "livestock".

I'm told Fairfax, Virginia has one of the "model" laws concerning
beekeeping.

IBRA has a book about beekeeping laws and the history thereof.  It includes
Old English law.  Do not know the title/author offhand but I'm sure it's
easy to find on thier website.  I recall seeing another such volume
published by someone in the US as well.

Hope this helps.

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