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The types of natural beehives are really determined by the places bees decide to build their nests. 

 The bee we normally refer to as a “honeybee” is the western cavity-nesting bee – Apis mellifera. 

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Natural beehives are defined by the type of space they nest in and the availability of nectar and pollen resources. 

How big is a natural beehive?

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This means that a beehive in a large cavity in a rich forest could be very large and contain hundreds of pounds of honey, brood and bees. 

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What does a healthy beehive look like?

A healthy beehive should be full of bees and the bees should be "sticky"

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How quickly do beehives grow?

Beehives can grow very quickly if there is abundant nectar and your queens are healthy. 

Beginner beekeepers cause a hive more damage than good every time they open the hive

How often do you need to check a beehive?

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 As we cut down trees and replace them with buildings, wall hives are becoming one of the most common types of natural beehives.

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