Desert Queen Bees: Resilient Genetics
Beekeeping in Australia is tough. You need a queen that can handle extreme heat and irregular nectar flows. Our desert-adapted line is bred specifically for survival and productivity in these conditions.
How Desert Queen Bees: Resilient Genetics Helps with Beekeeping
Why Genetics Matter A hive is only as good as its queen. Our lineage is selected for:
- Heat Tolerance: Ability to forage and lay through high-temperature variances.
- Resource Sensitivity: Our bees dial back brood production during dearths to conserve stores, preventing collapse.
- Vigour: Strong hygienic behaviour and disease resistance.
- Productivity: Rapid population buildup when conditions allow.
The Desert Difference Imported or coastal genetics often struggle in the erratic Australian climate. Our stock is proven in the Alice Springs environment.
How to Use Desert Queen Bees: Resilient Genetics for Beekeeping
Installation & Care:
- Method: Standard cage release into a queenless colony.
- Feeding: We recommend supplemental feeding upon introduction to ensure acceptance.
- Availability: Queens are typically available in Spring and early Summer (weather dependent).
Shipping: All queens are shipped via Express Post in ventilated cages with attendants and candy.
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Availability is strictly seasonal, usually from September to December. Please contact us to join the waitlist.
Yes. We have successfully shipped thousands of queens. We only ship early in the week to avoid weekend delays.
If you are in a hot or variable climate, these bees are adapted to thrive where others struggle. They are efficient survivors.