Yesterday got warm enough that I peeked in, took the old mason jar of sugar water off the feeder and plopped on a big jar of their own honey. The sugar water was completely untouched and they had sealed up the holes. Hopefully, they have plenty to eat within the hive, but I'm wanting to be sure.
A friend's hive starved to death this winter...at least that is what the forensic evidence suggests. They had a jar of sugar water that they completely disregarded, too.
Hoping the honey is a better option for these cold days.
On the whole, still just leaving the hive alone as they huddle inside in their clump of bees, shivering to keep their inside hive temperature warm. They fly out on sunny days like yesterday, so there is still life in the hive!
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