On Tue, 6 Aug 2097 17:15:03 -0500 "Elizabeth M. Bowles" <[log in to unmask]> writes: > >I've noticed that many bees (1000 + or - ) are clumping on the landing >pad and some on the side of the hive. What's up with this behavior? Elizabeth: This 'clumping' can often be seen in early morning and evening if the weather is real hot ! Like it is too hot inside the hive, so a pile will step out side for air. You really need to provide a few more details such as: Where you are-it is real hot there-what time of day or eve are you seeing this clumping, etc. Al, ----------------------------------------------------------- [log in to unmask] - Scituate,MA,USA Cerberus - Three Sites In One Honey Bees-LottoLand-Doktor Finkle http://www.xensei.com/users/alwine/