FAQs About How To Build An Observation Hive- Answered by An Expert

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You get observation hives and then you get cool observation hives! Observation hives are a lot of fun – they let us watch the bees do their thing and get insights into how their world works. 

An observation hive can have nearly any design that takes your fancy!! Basically you are using glass windows to see into the hive.

How do you build an observation in hive?

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Ceder wood! This wood is naturally preserved. The bees love it, and it smells nice and looks nice. There are few woods more beautiful than ceder wood. 

What is the best wood to make a beehive out of?

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How long does it take a hive to be built?

If you are building a hive from a kit, assembling the boxes is quick - work on a few minutes a box.

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How long does a bee hive last?

Beehives can last for generations. This depends on how well you treat them, what wood they were made from.

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I hope this has helped you understand how to make your own, unique, observation hive. Building a beehive inside a fish tank is just a really fun thing to do! 

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