Bees

Anthophila

Bees are flying insects crucial for pollination, known for their cooperative social behavior and the production of honey.

Bees Native to Orange County NY

Our expert honeybee relocation services ensure these vital pollinators are safely moved to our farm, preserving Orange County’s ecosystem while protecting your property.

Honey Bee

(Apis)

April – November
10,000 – 60,000 per nest
Generally Not Aggressive

Honey bees, members of the Apis genus, are highly social insects known for their crucial role in pollination and honey production. Organized in colonies, they exhibit complex communication and hive-building behaviors.

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Carpenter Bee

(Xylocopa)

April – September
1 – 5 per nest hole
Generally Not Aggressive

Carpenter bees, belonging to the Xylocopa genus, are large, solitary bees known for their distinctive habit of tunneling into wood to create nests. With their robust bodies and often metallic sheen, male carpenter bees are unable to sting, while females may deliver a potent but rarely used sting when provoked.

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BumbleBee

(Bombus)

April – September
25 – 450 per nest
Generally Not Aggressive

Bumblebees, belonging to the genus Bombus, are robust and hairy social insects crucial for pollination. Recognized by their black and yellow stripes, these bees form colonies, and their industrious foraging supports ecosystems by aiding in the reproduction of various plants.

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Ground Bees

(Colletidae/Andrenidae)

March – August
1 – 5 per nesting tunnel
Generally Not Aggressive

Ground-nesting or miner bees are solitary bees that create nests in the soil or burrow into the ground to lay their eggs. These non-aggressive bees are important pollinators and are often characterized by their preference for nesting in sandy or well-drained soil.

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Bees are flying insects crucial for pollination, known for their cooperative social behavior and the production of honey. Orange Bee Removal specializes in honeybee relocation services, understanding that these beneficial pollinators play a vital role in our ecosystem.

Our Approach to Bees

Unlike aggressive wasps and hornets, most bee species are docile and environmentally beneficial. Our honeybee relocation process involves safely removing established hives and swarms from your property and relocating them to our farm where they can continue their important work as pollinators. This humane approach protects both your family and these valuable insects.

Bees Native to Orange County NY

Orange County is home to various bee species, including honeybees, bumblebees, carpenter bees, and ground-nesting miner bees. While we focus our relocation efforts primarily on honeybees due to their ability to survive the moving process, we approach all bee species with care and consideration for their ecological importance.

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