Went out to check what resources were left in my hives. Both my hives made it through winter. To say I'm pleased is an under statement . BUT I found ALOT of not dead white brood, or rather Bees not larva out side one of my hives.
by a lot I mean as good dozen. They seem to have more than enough to see them through till first full inspection (weather permitting I was told not to go through them till the day the clocks change.) Both have been treated with oxalic acid vapor about a month ago. A quick glance between the frames showed that there was still still honey at both edges of the cluster and I spotted a little brood on the top of the center frames. but didnt look further.
Does anyone have a suggestion as to what the cause may be?
by a lot I mean as good dozen. They seem to have more than enough to see them through till first full inspection (weather permitting I was told not to go through them till the day the clocks change.) Both have been treated with oxalic acid vapor about a month ago. A quick glance between the frames showed that there was still still honey at both edges of the cluster and I spotted a little brood on the top of the center frames. but didnt look further.
Does anyone have a suggestion as to what the cause may be?