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Why Honey Bees Cluster in Winter | North Carolina Beekeeping
North Carolina winters are unpredictable, and honey bees feel every swing. One week it’s freezing, the next it feels like spring. Bees survive the chaos by forming a winter cluster—a tight, heat-saving huddle that protects the queen and keeps the hive alive. When it comes to winter, the cluster comes first, and understanding why makes all the difference.
Chad McFadden
Jan 42 min read
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