Swarm Removal

We are offering (2) options for reporting swarms within Ohio. Use map to call local beekeepers (Option 1 below) or use a form to report it to many beekeepers at one time (Option 2 below).

Option #1: You can search for OSBA-registered members who will remove swarms or established hives by clicking on your county on the map or using the dropdown menu of Ohio counties.

Select a county or click on the map to search:

Option #2: You can enter the details about your swarm, and OSBA-registered members will be notified directly. This option allows us to gather more information and to any difficulty collecting the swarm.

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Check and make sure they are honey bees.
- - Yellow jackets and wasps are often mistaken for honey bees.
Once a swarm moves into a wall or hollow tree it is no longer a swarm and may need cut out.
- Many beekeepers do not provide this service due to the difficulty and expertise needed.
- Look for hive removal or cutout in the search results for beekeepers who will.
Don’t expect a beekeeper to remove a swarm for free.
- A few will depending on location, but free bees often costs more time and gas than purchasing bees.
- Hive removal and cutouts are rarely free due to the time, expense and liability involved.
Beekeepers and companies listed here are not endorsed by the Ohio State Beekeepers Association. They are listed here for information only.
Do you remove swarms or established hives?
- You must be a current member of OSBA to be included on the list.
- Join OSBA or update your membership information to be included on the swarm list.

Swarm Removal

Swarm Removal

Swarm Removal Notes

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