Dark Bee Nucleus Colonies on Warré Frames Natural, Resilient and High-Performing

With our Dark Bee nucleus colonies on Warré frames, you consciously choose an original and resilient honey bee combined with a natural beekeeping approach. The Dark Bee (Apis mellifera mellifera) is considered the historic honey bee of Central Europe and is especially valued for its adaptability, robustness, and stable colony development – characteristics that perfectly match the Warré hive system.

Especially in regions with cooler climates or changeable weather conditions, the Dark Bee demonstrates its strengths. It overwinters reliably, uses its food stores efficiently, and stands out due to its pronounced hygienic behavior. Many beekeepers also appreciate its ability to remain active even under less favorable conditions.

Our Dark Bee nucleus colonies for Warré hives are assembled with great care and consist of a harmonious young colony on 5 Warré frames. Each nucleus colony is thoroughly inspected for health, vitality, and queen performance before shipping. Upon request, a health certificate can be provided after receipt of the bees. You receive your bees directly from an experienced and specialized beekeeping operation.

Dark Bee Nucleus Colonies in the Warré System Proven Under Demanding Conditions

The Scandinavian Apis mellifera mellifera has proven itself particularly under moderate to challenging forage and weather conditions. Compared to highly performance-bred strains, it shows great endurance, builds combs continuously, and reliably collects nectar even in cool or windy weather. These qualities make it especially suitable for site-adapted and sustainable beekeeping.

Our tested Dark Bee queen is characterized by a lively yet focused development, which has a positive effect on colony strength and resilience. When it comes to gentleness, realism is important: the Dark Bee is not a high-bred strain such as Carnica or Buckfast. However, during good nectar flow and calm weather conditions, the colonies can be handled calmly and in a controlled manner. We recommend avoiding hive inspections during severe weather changes or thunderstorms.

Your benefits at a glance:

• Highly robust and resilient

• Good performance in cool or changeable weather

• Ideal for natural Warré beekeeping

Composition of the Dark Bee Nucleus Colonies on Warré Frames

Our Dark Bee nucleus colonies on Warré frames are ideal for creating new colonies or expanding existing apiaries. Each nucleus colony consists of 5 Warré frames with the following composition:

• 3 brood frames with open and capped brood

• 1 food frame to ensure initial nourishment

• 1 partially built frame supporting natural comb construction

Each delivery also includes a mated and proven Dark Bee queen bred from purebred queen lines. She forms the foundation for stable colony development and the long-term sustainability of the colony.

Delivery of the Dark Bee nucleus colonies on Warré frames usually takes place from early June onwards, depending on weather conditions and colony development. The desired delivery period can be conveniently selected during the ordering process.

Warré Frames Compact, Natural and Precisely Fitted

The nucleus colonies are supplied on Warré frames specifically designed for the Warré hive system. The frames are precisely manufactured and allow for stress-free integration into your hive.

Warré frame dimensions:

• Top bar length: 320 mm

• Bottom bar length: 282 mm

• Height: 200 mm

Thanks to the identical dimensions of the nucleus colony and hive, relocation is significantly easier for the bees, promoting quick acclimatization and further development.

Safe Shipping Order Dark Bee Nucleus Colonies on Warré Frames Online

Shipping of our Dark Bee nucleus colonies on Warré frames is carried out exclusively in specially designed bee transport boxes. These ensure secure fixation of the frames, adequate food supply, and optimal ventilation throughout transport. Shipping is done via overnight express to minimize stress for the bees.

Approximately 2–7 days before dispatch, you will be informed by email of the exact delivery date, allowing you to plan receipt and immediate installation of the nucleus colony. Please ensure that you are available at the specified delivery address (home or apiary) at the announced time.

We deliver our Dark Bee nucleus colonies on Warré frames to Germany, Austria, Denmark, Belgium, and Luxembourg. Delivery to islands is only possible if a direct road connection to the mainland exists.