Swarmed By Thousands Of Bees

Thosands of Honeybees came out of nowhere. And I survived. I cab actually say, I loved it.
Headphone Users Beware!!!! amazing audio !!!!
Here we go again.....Holy cow what an amazing experience.
My daughter came in to tell me there was a massive honey bee swarm flying around in the back yard. I went out to check on things and saw the cloud of bees flying and wondered if they would land nearby so I could capture them or were they just passing through. I never expected to find what happened next. They went straight to some old boxes I had in storage. Once they started landing it made sense. Bees go to where bees have been and the smell of the empty boxes is a no brainer. But could I capture the queen before she went in? I almost did. I had her right in my hand but couldn't hold her to show y'all. But that didn't scare me. She went back airborne and I knew she would be back. All her daughters would guide her to where she needed to be. And just like itbwas supposed to be, I found her on the side of the box and watched her walk right in.
I hope you enjoy the video and the experience of being in a swarm of bees from the comfort of that side of the screen.
Please do not try this at home without the supervision of a knowledgeable bee keeper to walk you through it. Bees can be dangerous if not handled with respect and protection.
Yappy Beeman is a professional bee remover performing live honey bee removals in Alabama as "Alabama Bee Rescue" and relocates them to apiaries away from residential areas so they can rebuild and thrive as a honey bee colony producing honey. Yappy is an Alabama Beekeepers association member that has performed over 1000 live bee removals. Yappy with the help of his great friend and mentor; @Jpthebeeman, a professional beekeeper , has learned many skills to remove bee swarms and honey bee colonies safely for the bees and homeowners alike.
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A honey bee (also spelled honeybee) is a eusocial flying insect within the genus Apis of the bee clade, all native to mainland Afro-Eurasia.[1][2] After bees spread naturally throughout Africa and Eurasia, humans became responsible for the current cosmopolitan distribution of honey bees, introducing multiple subspecies into South America (early 16th century), North America (early 17th century), and Australia (early 19th century).[1]
Honey bees are known for their construction of perennial colonial nests from wax, the large size of their colonies, and surplus production and storage of honey, distinguishing their hives as a prized foraging target of many animals, including honey badgers, bears and human hunter-gatherers. Only 8 surviving species of honey bee are recognized, with a total of 43 subspecies, though historically 7 to 11 species are recognized. Honey bees represent only a small fraction of the roughly 20,000 known species of bees.
The best known honey bee is the western honey bee, (Apis mellifera), which was domesticated for honey production and crop pollination. The only other domesticated bee is the eastern honey bee (Apis cerana), which occurs in South, Southeast, and East Asia. Only members of the genus Apis are true honey bees,[3] but some other types of bees produce and store honey and have been kept by humans for that purpose, including the stingless bees belonging to the genus Melipona and the Indian stingless or dammar bee Tetragonula iridipennis. Modern humans also use beeswax in making candles, soap, lip balms and various cosmetics, as a lubricant and in mould making using the lost wax process.
Etymology and name
The genus name Apis is Latin for "bee".[4][5] Although modern dictionaries may refer to Apis as either honey bee or honeybee, entomologist Robert Snodgrass asserts that correct usage requires two words, i.e., honey bee, because it is a kind or type of bee. It is incorrect to run the two words together, as in dragonfly or butterfly, which are appropriate because dragonflies and butterflies are not flies[6] and have no connection with dragons or butter. Honey bee, not honeybee, is the listed common name the Entomological Society of America Common Names of Insects Database, and the Tree of Life Web Project.

[@ij1376]

7:59 1st Contact with the Queen. 11:54 2nd Contact.

[@YappyBeeman]

Good record for those who can't watch longer than a 30 second tiktok video. Lol

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@YappyBeeman I can't comment for some odd (Tube) reason but that was un-REAL! I've seen a bunch of marches but NEVER seen a group going into a box on a DEAD RUN! And the Queen just waltzing right in as pretty as you please. The icing on that cake was a FOOT THICK! And Mr. Ed and The Rooster may be bee bare right now. They came beecause they knew you were going to bee looking for them anyway. YAAY Yapper! And all I could hear was BEES! God Bless All Yall~

[@ij1376]

@@YappyBeeman I know it's definitely for them and not for me. ;)

[@conanyorke8977]

Just curious as to why you're not getting stung

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@conanyorke8977 Might be the smell.................

[@hinachan70]

I absolutely love his accent when he's all "Look at all them bees!" His excitement is so wholesome ♡

[@FrederickDunn]

Free, self-hiving bees, you can't beat that at all! I'm glad things are going great for you down there! Thanks for sharing the fun!

[@YappyBeeman]

I forgot I had that vacancy sign out and well......thanks for stopping by Sir.

[@frannielocks]

The scout bees must’ve said, “Girls girls girls!!! You won’t BELIEVE what we found! A fabulous new house and it’s already FULLY furnished!” 😂

[@superheroteach]

I admire your ability to have the knowledge of a seasoned beekeeper, crossed with a kindergartner’s excitement. Thanks for sharing that experience, wow.

[@Griflyn069]

I love this channel, such wholesome energy with a terrifying backdrop of bees.

[@markoc8616]

It's has that look of danger.

[@beehivewithaview9760]

Yep. Though I do miss JP not posting new videos.

[@david_davidson]

It's "family fun" for the whole hive!

[@channellurker1503]

@@beehivewithaview9760 why isn’t he posting anymore? I’ve been looking for new videos

[@beehivewithaview9760]

@@channellurker1503 Yappy would be the one to ask. Much like yourself, I'm just a avid viewer of his channel. FWIW, JP is my favorite KZbin beekeeper.

[@joemerchant5035]

What else could you ask for Yappy?.... The bees are now coming to you! Thank you for taking care of bees - you rock!

[@svensorensen7693]

"If you build it they will comb" Incredible! Word must be getting out, it's like they were looking for you. They were absolutely *running* into that hive! I'm a headphone user, and I found the buzz to be soothing.

[@lindadesrosiers6088]

I just found your channel, I love bees and the sound of bees. There was a sign, "open for permanent residency". 😉

[@YappyBeeman]

Welcome and Thank You for jumping in. Fyi...I have a new video coming out in 15 mins. Hope you check it out and enjoy it. You are actually the first one to know this. How cool is that for timing.

[@Nick_308]

I didn’t plan on watching this whole thing but that was some of the coolest shit I’ve seen in a long time. Gotta love bees man

[@YappyBeeman]

I don't generally straight upload a video but this was so much fun. Thanks for taking the time to see it all.

[@colleenbarker-cohn6633]

yes Yappy, this is so cool! I wish I could send you a picture of what happened to me...I had TWO swarms arrive at exactly the same time! UNBELIEVABLE! Each went with their queen to their separate boxes.

[@YappyBeeman]

Oh that would be awesome to see. I am jealous to say the least.

[@kaypennington4930]

Yappy: "I've even got a bee on my phone." With your reputation as a bee whisperer, I'm seriously surprised that they didn't give you a 📞 before they came.

[@YappyBeeman]

I missed the text but I'm sure they tried. Lol

[@Axqu7227]

When you’re such a good beekeeper that the bees come to you!

[@Susietacoma]

Yappy, thank you uploading it immediately unedited. That was SO COOL! I loved every minute of it. Thanks for letting the camera run so we could get it all including your🐝 excitement.

[@YappyBeeman]

Thank you. It just seemed like it was good enough as is. I appreciate the feedback.

[@blastyou8030]

A bee flew out to see a friend. His friend said they were looking for a new place. The bee said, "I know a guy".

[@texaswatermama]

Bee party at Yappy’s house. That’s a big swarm. Thanks for sharing.

[@YappyBeeman]

Byob.......bring your own bees ....lol

[@Fizzix]

It's hard to express into words how amazing it is that the bees have somehow recognized the amount of kindness and respect Yappy has for them, and have decided,of their own accord to just... return to the beeman. It's absolutely fascinating to say they least

[@YappyBeeman]

Thats a great way of looking at it.

[@kendacornell1046]

Easiest catch you have had . They came to you knowing they would be safe. Love watching you get so excited!!!!

[@athainesegirl]

When a swarm decides to set up shop in one of your boxes IN YOUR BACKYARD...AND you show us the queen going into the box herself, it's a win-win.

[@darlacaulder4878]

So respectful of these girls. I freakin love it.

[@paulh6395]

The bees watch yappy beeman on youtube and decided that is where they want their new house to be.

[@NoctisVigil]

You keep commenting on the noise, but honestly? All that buzzing just becomes a rather therapeutic hum, even with headphones. Almost a bee ASMR.

[@danielwegrzynek494]

You've won the academy award for bee videos! 🎉🎉🎉

[@Nailbunny2702]

That was amazing! This might be my favourite Yappy video. They all heard Yappy had some space to rent & they flew on in. They knew you'd take care of them. This time they chose you. =) ❤️

[@YappyBeeman]

I even gave them free cable and wifi. They will be happy for sure

[@zzydny]

The best thing is hearing how happy you sound and how much you are enjoying this. Fantastic. Loved all the buzzing. Beautiful bees.

[@YappyBeeman]

I do love this stuff. Bees are an amazing creature once you get to know them

[@Naobora]

Yappy: Can you hear em’ ? My left ear: YES

[@Brievel]

I had my right earbud in. 😂

[@BeingNancy]

Yappy is the man!!! He has bees inviting themselves to live in his prime real estate. 🐝🌻🐝🌻🐝

[@RubberDuckTrucking]

You single handedly made me not scared of bees, thank you!

[@NickMacKenzie]

Part of what I love about Yappy Beeman is the joy and wonder he finds in bees. Thank you for sharing this special moment with us so we can appreciate the bees like you do!

[@YappyBeeman]

It's my pleasure.

[@ledgekindred]

I don't know about headphones people, but I thought that sound was amazing! I WISH I had had headphones and you had recorded in 7.1. After watching so many of your videos now, it's such a happy noise, knowing that these are happy bees. (And yes, I stayed for the whole thing!) The march at the end was, as they always are, amazing.

[@YappyBeeman]

Kudos for 14 mins of bee noise. Try it again with headphones. Its amazing

[@bethsantoro1963]

Congratulations on your new hive courtesy of mother nature. They knew where they needed to be. It was awesome to watch!!! I was just as excited for you as I was watching it happen.

[@YappyBeeman]

Thank you. I love this stuff. Nature is so amazing.

[@bethsantoro1963]

You are more than welcome. I had to show my husband right away. I am going to show my grandson tomorrow so he can see and understand why Grammie never hurts a bee, just help out to find a flower not my perfume.

[@StayPrimal]

I had a nightmare like this once. Yappy : THIS IS SO COOL!

[@YappyBeeman]

Lol.....my dreams are your nightmares. Good balance I guess.

[@madermis]

Yappy, I love how respectful you are to the bees. You do Alabama proud.

[@robertgoudy3223]

Wow. Amazing, capturing a swarm that large, but then documenting the queen heading to her throne. Amazing stuff

[@adammcintyremusic4727]

Congrats! I caught a swarm in my back yard this weekend and I hear the same excitement and wonder in your voice.

[@YappyBeeman]

Oh it is. Every time!

[@emrsdca]

THAT. WAS. AWESOME!!! I started watching the March and thought "If Yappy finds the queen I swear..." and you drop her! HAHA but no worries! I bow to the Bee Master Yappy 👑

[@YappyBeeman]

You did see the end where we just watched her march right in I hope. Awesome stuff.

[@DianaDeLuna]

How honored you must feel that this massive swarm chose your yard & moved themselves right in, please & thank you! Hope the triple stack is in good enough shape to house them...cause it's theirs now. 😄🐝

[@YappyBeeman]

It actually is. I will probably get honey off this one by June.

[@katkorn5499]

Awesome! Your reputation is so great that they come looking for you! 🥰

[@primitivedaisy]

I look forward to a follow up video to see how the hives doing. 😊🐝

[@YappyBeeman]

Me too.....

[@marblecandy_8481]

Yappy beeman, you have no idea how much joy it brings me to know that there are people like you protecting the bees and taking care of them and learning everything about them, you are doing a service to our world.

[@carlyeckert4670]

💯 💯 💯 💯

[@miriambertram2448]

I am 71. In the late sixties early seventies my father became a beekeeper at the age of 50 in order to support the almonds he planted. And he needed a secondary and tertiary income since we had just started the farm. It is amazing to watch beekeepers just go into a swarm of bees and not be concerned. I learned a heck of a lot about bees and it's all amazing. 2nd income renting out hives 3rd income amazing honey

[@YappyBeeman]

Yes it is. And 4th is doing great jobs as a remover.

[@theycallmekayjay]

This one one of my favorite videos you've done! So freaking cool!

[@YappyBeeman]

Thank you for the comment. It was definitely a lot of fun to be in the middle of.

[@ILoveSpikeandspuffy]

I mean, the noise nearly gave me a panic attack, but it's really cool to see all those bees!

[@avarralythande5129]

Amazing footage and find! You didn’t even have to do a cut out lol! So happy you were able to witness and film it. Thank you so much for sharing! 🌺🇵🇸

[@YappyBeeman]

It was my pleasure. I wish they were all this easy.

[@accessiblebeekeepingandmor4110]

Yappy this video is incredible! Love being in the middle of a swarm it’s my ZEN✌🏼 Thanks for sharing

[@kiwipenguin1126]

When I was a kid my neighbour was a beekeeper. One day his bees swarmed and looked like a cloud and then they settled in a tree. I remember being terrified and wondering how on earth he would get them back. Thanks to you I know it now! I never expected them to march so fast, absolutely fascinating. Thank you for sharing!

[@YappyBeeman]

Thanks for sharing the story. I'm glad this filled in the gaps of understanding.

[@SortOfaBeekeeper]

A most awesome sight! Love how we got to see the Queen march in!!💖

[@lindseym2249]

He's so calm with bees on him..and all around him..if I was there with him.. u would just see me running in the background....like ive got ants in my pants..and not regular ants..like red ants...freaking out!!! Lol 😂

[@vikimoody8783]

Must have been like a dream for you, Yappy! Only for you!

[@kwackerman733]

That was so beautiful to watch, nature at its best

[@TSUNAMI-MAMI]

I adore how much admiration, love, and respect this man has for bees.

[@2listening1]

3:40 The bees come marching two by two, hurrah! 🐝 🐝

[@YappyBeeman]

Great song for this .....

[@Speedstack21]

How do you know if a swarm is angry or not? I’d be running down the street if a I saw that!

[@apveening]

A true swarm nearly never is angry, they don't have a reason to be.

[@ImTHATguy...]

When you're so good at your job, the job starts doing itself for you! Lol

[@YappyBeeman]

Lol......dang skippy! That's funny stuff right there

[@joedenton7023]

There is no feeling that I can describe to be in the middle of a swarm,! So happy that you got to film this! Nice job!

[@YappyBeeman]

Thanks Joe. It's an amazing experience for sure.

[@Brievel]

😊 The Bee Whisperer is famous in the Bee Grapevine... Holy crap that is so many bees.

[@miasoloproductions]

New swarm watches KZbin, subscribes to Yappy, and then decides to move in with him.

[@ZippedUpKitz]

That was AWESOME!! I have never seen a wild swarm like that before…quite frankly, it would positively terrify me if I was ever in one as I am severely allergic to bees… but, what a beautiful sight to see this … thank you for capturing such a beautiful work of nature and sharing it with us!

[@Constitutional_MAsshole]

AMAZING! Nature at its finest and right in of all yeards yours!😂😂😂

[@KaiserRika]

The adoration this man has for the bees

[@sadfatdragon9529]

So wait did a random swarm literally showed up at your house and claimed a random bee box?

[@jessebarlow1277]

this is my favorite video of yours, because you've put out all this good will toward the bees, and now they come honor you with a visit and say wsup at your house! so lovely :) thanks for what you do Yappy!!

[@mixsmasher]

I’m glad I could hold on for the entire video, with earbuds :) It was worth it to see the queen again, She was looking beautiful!

[@YappyBeeman]

Your poor ears. I put some on and watched just to see how it would sound. I loved every frame of it.

[@mixsmasher]

@@YappyBeeman yeah🤣 I had to turn down the volume but it sounds so cool and I’ve learned so much about bees that I never would have even thought about.

[@missys199]

That was neat. I know this is almost a year ago. That's the first time I've ever seen the Workers direct the Queen to where she needs to go. Showing her in the new house they picked out. She was trying to go up and they surrounded her and said wrong way and literally "walked her in the door"! WOW

[@kapalacios7]

Your excitement and joy is why I subscribed to this channel! I love your moments where you are just nerding out and being happy! Keep that in your channel and you’ll always have me excited to learn about bees.

[@YappyBeeman]

I will do my best.

[@mbgal7758]

No better swarm trap than some old equipment. That’s a big swarm. Wow

[@everlastingscribe]

It's really cool to hear the buzzing, it's kinda like a warmer sound? It's not a mad sound. Poor bees, it's a chaotic moving day. :D

[@IanMcCausland]

The build up, the anticipation, the resignation that it might not happen then suddenly THERE SHE IS! Hello mama... Watch her walk right in!.... well that was awesome... Just watch the whole thing and enjoy the ride!

[@YappyBeeman]

Thanks Ian. I was a little amazed myself and glad it went that way. I love for everyone to see her.

[@denisethompson3819]

Just love it. I get as much joy listening to you and hearing your enthusiasm. It is really so exciting. My family tells me to enjoy but "you are not getting any". 🎉🎉

[@YappyBeeman]

Lol. Maybe some day. It’s expensive but a very satisfying hobby.

[@donaldsmith3048]

I love a Parade!

[@MasterKenfucius]

Being in the middle of a swarm is a life-changing experience, especially for people who aren't beekeepers.

[@paultoner6318]

I felt every moment of your infectious joy. I grinned like a fool when you found the Queen and filmed her entrance. Thank you for sharing.

[@YappyBeeman]

Thanks for checking it out my friend.

[@Lilyflowers659]

I just watched the moon high in the sky and a summer bat,late visitor the fox and off to bed and as if by magic to end the day perfectly I watched your absolutely amazing video. Thank you, beam me up to be around your family of bees. 🐝

[@lisasommerlad1337]

wow! how beautiful!

[@Lilyflowers659]

@@lisasommerlad1337 🐞🐝🦇

[@ro2466]

This is what being blessed feels like... Nature loves this man.

[@YappyBeeman]

Exactly! I couldn't agree more.

[@speedude0164]

I love it when these videos start with the bees flying everywhere and to us it's like "yeah, that's me, you're probably wondering how I ended up in this situation" but for Yappy it's the best day of his life.

[@michaelleitold2446]

You’re right Yappy, I wouldn’t have believed it if you hadn’t caught it on camera! It’s so amazing to just see them all going into the box! My wife is so petrified of bees that I can’t even show her your videos. Freaks her right out! A yellow jacket goy her in the arm pit many years ago and she still hasn’t gotten over it. You have a damn good eye for the queen, I find I can’t pick them out with so many moving bees around but when you focus in on her I see the difference. I hope you have a good year with many videos. Mike from Montreal.

[@YappyBeeman]

Thanks Mike. I understand her issues. My wife hates to look at the comb. Won't watch a single video of mine. Thank goodness for everyone else. Lol

[@missys199]

As from the bees perspective, idk if I'd want that Queen or not. She keeps getting lost 😁 that second cluster of bees on the ground just short of the hive, I agree. I think she landed short there. Especially since we know she's horrible at directions and finding the right address LOL then when you messed with her you got what little sense of direction she did have ALLLL messed up lol and then the workers bees had to surround her and walk her in the door. This proves it's a good thing the Queen don't leave the hive unless she's moving 😂 This one wouldn't find her back home. She'd get lost coming back from the corner store with her little bags lol

[@murpheybees]

Dang Yappy. You just have swarms turning themselves in over there.

[@cecoya]

WOW that is amazing watching them make their own home in one of your hive boxes. They were excited to find one and now the Queen is there too. Beautiful, I am excited for you have a great day

[@bendyparanormal]

“Come on…show me a queen!” Sounds like you’re playing Black Jack or something. LOL

[@YappyBeeman]

It dang felt like it. I won the round though!!!!

[@sonbrother6167]

the noise? soothing.

[@sjleo799]

Word got around and this is the place to bee 🐝

[@Greg-hx3jw]

I'm sat with headphones on I've just binged watched your videos and this was epic I'm so grateful this channel was recommended out of nowhere Thank you

[@YappyBeeman]

Thank you for jumping in. I appreciate the feedback.

[@Greg-hx3jw]

@@YappyBeeman my 9 Yr old son says you have the best job ever. Oh and he said he doesn't swear dad (cuss) So thanks again for keeping it child friendly. Think you have a new little fan

[@sherryortiz227]

Gosh what a wonderful sound. Had this happen in my back yard 3 years ago. They came to an empty bottomless stack of boxes on a cart.

[@YappyBeeman]

They go where bees have been for sure.

[@DooleyBFR]

Yes Sir brother! God Is Good!!! Loved this! God Bless!!!

[@YappyBeeman]

No doubt my friend. I'm blessed daily and more than I deserve some of those days.

[@DooleyBFR]

@@YappyBeeman Amen!! Me Too Brother!

[@audweeds]

This is the type of guy that would let bees inside his house

[@YappyBeeman]

As long as they "bee-hav"

[@audweeds]

@@YappyBeeman hahaaa I love your passion for bees :D 🐝

[@theresavandever1387]

Yappy that's not a march that's a RUN!! Amazing!!!! I wish I could see one in person, that would just make my year!!!

[@FreeRangeArtFarm]

Same thing happened with us last year. We caught it on camera right when a swarm was moving in to our trap. Such an amazing experience.

[@LexyTheEbikeQueen]

I get so itchy every time I watch his videos but i just keep watching 😳😂🤞🏽🤷🏽‍♀️

[@jeffrdnck7973]

I had that happen four times in my yard but seeing the Queen go it was amazing. Thanks Yappy!

[@YappyBeeman]

I'm glad you got to see it. I wasn't sure we would get a 2nd look at her.

[@jeffrdnck7973]

@@YappyBeeman I knew we would👍👍🐝👑

[@kawaii_akuma9267]

I'm so happy to see bees thrive like this since they almost went extinct

[@lnl5390]

Yappy you are as excited as a kid on Christmas morning!! 😅 I love your smiling face as the March goes on. You've made my day ❤️. God bless you!!

[@triciak.bowers3569]

Thank you for posting this video; it's great to see and hear someone so enthusiastic about his bees. I first learned about bees when I was in second grade, thanks to a wonderful teacher, and have been fascinated by them ever since. I've considered trying my hand at it now that I'm of retirement age, and am attending groups of beekeepers locally (central Texas) to see whether it's something I can realistically pursue. Congratulations on your new "tenants" - clearly they know a good landlord when they find one! And... as for the "noise," I don't find it unpleasant in the least! It's just a different sort of music :-)

[@carolwelch6193]

I had ear phones and I loved the way they sounded ❤

[@YappyBeeman]

I had more comments in another video that folks with earphones on thought bees were coming out of their heads. Lol

[@stainedboxerz]

tell me about it lol i have 7.1 headphones and they sound like theyre inside my cuffs trying to get out and inside my ears lol

[@78devilish]

i find the steady humm relaxing. My favorite bee is the big ol' bumble bee, theyre hilarious. theyre so big and dopey and clumsy. lol

[@f.k.burnham8491]

That was incredible to watch. That was a huge swarm, and they voluntarily came into your apiary! Thanks for the video.

[@YappyBeeman]

They know a good place when they find one. Welcome to Yappyland

[@georgedevine4130]

I love watching you educate us on the colony and their behavior. Great job

[@628DirtRooster]

I had to stop in the middle of a cut out to come watch Yappy living the life.

[@YappyBeeman]

Well.....I kinda overdosed you with text messages about it. I guess you had to see what all the buzz was about.

[@rburn6677]

Not only a free hive but you did not have to do any removal labor.

[@YappyBeeman]

I know. But I sure do love bee removals.

[@hwybee35apiary31]

Amazing! All those beautiful bees! Loved seeing the queen run in there. Never seen anything like it!

[@KHumley]

The bees know a good home when they sense one 💕