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\nWe looked at sorting some bits out at the apriary this weekend. There are a few tasks to undertake to make sure that the hive is protected, the bees are happy and they stand the best chances of surviving the winter.<\/p>\n

Even for our little hive when the bees are tucked up predators are still an issue. First off, we had to install a mouse guard to prevent mice from creeping in and stealing honey.   Mouse guards allow bees in and out but stop bees by covering the entrance with a metal grid.<\/p>\n

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Secondly the hive may also be under attack from woodpeckers. Now, we are told that a net thrown over the hive will annoy woodpeckers by tangling their feet enough to put them off pecking into the hive.<\/p>\n

\n<\/a>Hubby securing the net over the hive.<\/div>\n
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\nThe apriary with all the hives ready for winter<\/div>\n
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