Horizontal hive Langstroth compatible

Why a horizontal format?

Easy, comfortable inspections and colony maintenance tasks are simplified. NO HEAVY LIFTING!

Inspections and maintenance tasks for colonies are easier and more comfortable. Additionally, there is no need for heavy lifting, unless you choose to super rather than harvest as you go.

Why have a forest floor?

The natural flora and fauna found in a tree nest completes the ecosystem.

The fine particulate nature of the forest floor means the bees DO NOT attempt to carry it out. They love it!

BACK

Notice how clean the bees keep the walkway below the entrance tube.

Why insulate the hive?

Insulating the hive assists the bees in stabilizing the temperature and humidity, creating a healthy hive environment.

BACK

Why is there no ventilation?

To allow the bees to replicate the warm, humid environment they require for healthy brood and winter survival.

The bees effectively seal the insulated blanket to the top board which is then protected from any air leaks by the insulated lid.

BACK

Why have a forest floor?

The forest floor supports the health of bees and hive cleanliness by ensuring the flora and fauna native to a tree hive, remain an active and vital component in the RiteHive ecosystem.

BACK

Why are the entrances underneath the hive?

Low, small entrances are a feature of a tree nest, are easily defensible and prevent wind or rain from entering the hive.

insulated horizontal in five frame set up

Upside down view of walkways

BACK

under hull walkways perforated steel floor

Interior view before forest floor

How long does it take the bees to adjust to the bottom entrances?

Usually, a few days will be required for the bees to reorient to the new entrances.

BACK

Why can't we use commercial mite treatments?

Most commercial treatments are formulated for ventilated hives in common use and would likely reach toxic levels in our sealed hives.

BACK