No honey recorded
No supers tracked yet.
Main concern
Colony is developing well, but consistency in observing all brood stages is needed.
Next inspection aim
Confirm presence of all brood stages (eggs, larvae, sealed) to ensure consistent queen performance.
What to bring
- Smoker
- Hive tool
- Clean gloves
- Record sheet or app
Step-by-step plan
- Perform a calm, steady inspection during favourable weather.
- Observe the brood frames to confirm the presence of eggs, larvae, and sealed brood.
- Monitor stores to ensure they remain at an adequate level for the colony.
- Check for any signs of disease or pest presence during the routine review.
- Ensure the bees have sufficient space for their current activity.
- Record all observations clearly in the hive records.
Do not do
- Do not open the hive during heavy rain, high winds, or cold temperatures.
- Do not perform unnecessary manipulations if the colony appears settled and healthy.
- Do not ignore signs of potential disease; report any unusual findings to a lead beekeeper.
- Do not disturb the bees more than necessary during the inspection.
Escalate if
- No eggs or larvae are seen in multiple consecutive inspections.
- Queen cells appear suddenly.
- Signs of disease or unusual pests are suspected.
- Stores drop to a critically low level.
- Temperament becomes notably aggressive.
Notes to save
"Colony is active and healthy. Aim to confirm all brood stages are present and monitor stores at the next check."
Generated 20 Jul 2026 11:32 by Jamie McBride.
This AI plan is a support tool for Project Apis CIC volunteers. It is not a confirmed diagnosis and does not replace advice from a Project Apis lead beekeeper, the National Bee Unit, APHA or a local bee inspector. If a notifiable disease or pest is suspected, stop, close the hive, do not move equipment, inform a Project Apis lead beekeeper and contact the National Bee Unit or local bee inspector.
Avg (year)
6.7
Best (year)
7.5
Lowest (year)
5.9
Inspections
2