Went to check on the #bees since it's been in the teens at night and in the 30s during the day, we just had snow, but their doorway is blocked by dead bodies. I thumped the side and I could hear them start buzzing.

I think they're using the bodies to block the cold and wind out...🤔 Fascinating. #beekeeping

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I believe that typically the dead bees are there because the cluster has no need to remove them. Once the temps rise and cleansing flights start they will take care of removing "trash". Check your hives when the outside temps get above 55f around noon.