A swarm is a mass of bees that are clustered, hanging on a branch or on another object. Most often, a swarm of bees is very docile and not a threat. They are in the process of looking for a more permanent home. They may only be there for a couple of hours and these clusters only have a survival rate of about 25%, so if we can find them a good home they’ll have a much better chance. In general, beekeepers do not charge for swarm retrieval but please ask your swarm collector ahead of time about their policies.

Be prepared to provide the following information:

Are the insects definitely honey bees? This is very important. If you’re not sure and you have a cell phone with a camera, try to take a photo of the swarm, or be able to describe the swarm and the insects in detail for the beekeeper.

     How high up is the swarm?

     What is the swarm hanging from?

     Is the swarm easily accessible?

     How large is the swarm?

     How long has the swarm been there?

Visit our contact page and provide us with as much information possible. We will send a message out and help find a swarm catcher near you!