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Mud Hive: An Eco-friendly Approach for Apis mellifera

Mohammad Abdul Waseem, Jagadeesh Bathula, Sailaja. V, Bimal Kumar Sahoo

International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · pp. 716–721 · Published 15 Oct 2024

10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i104519

Abstract

The stationary mud hive, designed as a non-transportable alternative to the BIS wooden hives, adheres to the same frame dimensions. A site with direct sunlight is chosen, and the hive is built using a mud mixture, iron planks, and standard Indian bricks (7.5 × 3.54 × 3.54 inches). A brick with a bee entry gate (6 × 2 inches) is made. The entire structure is then layered with mud, providing effective thermal insulation. After drying and sintering for strength, it holds up to 10 BIS frames. This traditional construction approach offers a reliable and environmentally sustainable alternative to modern beekeeping methods.

Mud hive Epic mellifera weatherproofing eco-friendly

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