Comments on: This DIY Beehive Could Help Save The Bees And Its Going Viral

By: Dan

Dan — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:00:27 +0000

In reply to Tina Taylor. The article clearly states they need to be in the shade.

By: Dan Perrine

Dan Perrine — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:59:07 +0000

In reply to Tina Taylor. I like this idea and would like to build one but am confused about some of the details. Is there a more comprehensive explanation of it available somewhere?

By: Tina Taylor

Tina Taylor — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 16:17:19 +0000

Exactly does this help bees? You explain how to make it but not how it helps. Please explain. I do not keep bees and am not an expert but I am studying for the day I am finally able to get bees. I fear you may be misleading many starter bee keepers into something that can potentially harm bees. When a hive gets to hot, the bees fan their wings to promote air flow through the hive, the jars can prevent proper air flow. I also think that condensation can form at the top of the jars as moisture content rises and cause further issues. There are a lot of people who want a proper explanation and proof that this actually works.

By: Leah

Leah — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 23:26:08 +0000

This is awesome! Just once concern about the glass. Wouldn’t they basically just cook as it heats up in the sun?

By: Fiona

Fiona — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 22:20:15 +0000

Interesting to read thank you

By: Emily

Emily — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:37:03 +0000

How does this benefit the bees? This strategy appears to be all about getting bees to make honey for a selfish human, and nothing about the welfare of the bees.
An expert beekeeper says (abbreviated) “If we DO want to help bees, we need to plant more plants, shrubs and trees; stop using all pesticides; and lobby governments to do more for pollinators….
NOT put honeybees in jam jars and take their precious honey”