Author: Keith Huddle

Keith

About Keith Huddle

I am an experienced Beekeeper and Bee Removal Specialist in Austin Texas. With over 25 years of experience, removing bees out of homes, trees, odd containers, and off military bases and commercial buildings I sometimes think I have seen it all. However, bees get in some unusual spaces and it is my job to get the bees relocated for the safety of the people as well as the bees. I originally moved to Austin from Houston to attend college and get an engineering degree. Having done beekeeping and bee removal a few times with family friends I decided to offer the service to help pay the bills. After requests for bee removal began to take over my schedule I decided to drop out and start an apiary and began the journey of Keith’s Bee Service.


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Wasps and Preventative Treatment

July 5, 2024 1:10 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Wasps can be rather annoying and difficult to deal with as they continue to pop back up, move to other locations, and return over and over again to the same area no matter how many times you knock them down or spray them. One of the reasons why is the pheromone that they put on your house. This blog will explore wasp behavior, lifecycle, and effective preventative measures to help you manage these persistent pests. Why Wasps Are a Problem Wasps are not just a nuisance; they can pose significant challenges for homeowners. Their stings can cause severe allergic reactions,... View Article


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When Bees Choose A New Location

June 14, 2024 5:14 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Understanding Bee Relocation: A Fascinating Journey Why Do Bees Relocate? When a hive swarms and needs to choose a new location, the process is intricate and fascinating. Swarming occurs when a colony grows too large for its current space, prompting the bees to split into two groups: one staying in the original hive with the old queen, and the other venturing out with a new queen. The latter group, known as the swarm, embarks on a quest to find a suitable location for their new home. The Scout Mission: Finding the Ideal Spot Once the decision to swarm is made,... View Article


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Why Do Honey Bees Swarm?

May 9, 2024 8:01 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Have you ever witnessed a swirling mass of bees hanging from a tree branch or clustered on an unusual spot? This fascinating phenomenon is known as swarming, a crucial event in the life cycle of honey bees. Swarming is not just a spectacle; it’s a vital process by which beehives reproduce and perpetuate their species. What is Bee Swarming? Swarms are how beehives reproduce and are both intimidating and amazing to see. Thousands of bees leave a hive in search of a new location to build a new hive. After leaving the original hive, they typically land on a tree... View Article


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