Tap Water Near The Hive

[Zamboy13]

I know that bees can find their own sources of water but I read somewhere that it is advisable to place a source of clean water near the hive but if I'm already feeding them sugar syrup which obviously contains water, do I still need to place a source of tap water near the hive?

Hoping someone can answer. Many thanks.

[JP]

I would definitely offer some type of watering set up, whether it be a fountain or pond...

You will not be feeding sugar water for much longer when nectar begins to flow.

Set up a water source now so they will have time to find/establish your set up as a water source or they will find their own.


...JP

[Zamboy13]

Thanks for answering my question. 

[JP]

You are quite welcome. Good to see you on the forum, best of luck to you and your bees.


...JP

[bjw27]

I have seen them use bird baths in the past. Just float some sticks in it so they can get out if they fall in or fill it with fish gravel.

[Zamboy13]

I think a bird bath is a great idea. I could use the pebbles from my aquarium on the bird bath. Thank you for this.

[David McLeod]

Get it set up and the bees acclimated to that source or the neighbor down the street with the swimming pool might be calling. I had three in my neighborhood back when and two were okay with it but the third was a ..... about it.