Bees in a Palm Tree – Live Bee Removal Project in Florida.
Project Overview
Recently, our Eco Bee Removal team completed a live bee removal from a palm tree in Florida. This case was unique because the bees had built their hive inside a hollow area of the palm trunk, which a squirrel had created. Over time, the bees expanded the hive deep inside the tree — making the removal process both delicate and challenging.
Live bee removal from a palm tree
Inspection & Assessment
When our technicians arrived, we first conducted a safe visual inspection around the palm tree to identify the bee activity level, entry point, and colony size. The buzzing pattern and flight direction confirmed that the bees were nesting inside a natural hollow, not near the crown or fronds — a rare occurrence.
We used thermal imaging tools and listening equipment to locate the hive without damaging the tree. This helped us determine that the cavity was large enough to host thousands of worker bees.
Safe Live Bee Removal Process
Removed honeycomb after eco-friendly bee removal.
To protect both the bees and the palm tree, our team used eco-friendly and humane live removal methods:
Gentle Smoke Application – to calm the bees without harming them.
Careful Opening of the Hollow Area – using minimal cutting tools to avoid tree damage.
Hive Extraction – the honeycomb and brood were carefully removed by hand.
Bee Vacuum Collection – a low-suction live bee vacuum helped us safely transfer the colony into a transport hive box.
Relocation – the entire colony was relocated to a local beekeeper’s apiary, where they can continue pollinating safely.
Challenges Faced
Removing bees from a palm tree comes with specific challenges:
Limited access to the hive cavity because of the tree’s structure.
High activity zone around the trunk made it risky for nearby workers.
Ensuring no structural damage to the tree during removal.
However, our experienced team handled the operation smoothly using specialized tools and protective gear.
Outcome
✅ The bees were safely relocated.
✅ The palm tree remained healthy and intact.
✅ The area was treated with bee-repellent essential oils to prevent re-infestation.
✅ The client was extremely satisfied with the eco-friendly service.
Educational Note
Many homeowners don’t realize that bees can inhabit palm trees — especially if the trunk has natural holes or cavities formed by squirrels, woodpeckers, or decay. If you notice bee activity around your palm trees, contact a licensed live bee removal expert immediately. Attempting to spray or seal the hole can harm the bees and cause honey buildup inside the trunk, leading to damage or rot.
Eco Bee Removal – Your Trusted Florida Bee Experts
At Eco Bee Removal, we specialize in live bee relocation, eco-friendly hive extraction, and bee prevention treatments for both residential and commercial properties across Florida.
If you have bees nesting in trees, walls, or roofs — call us today at (888) 282-1886 or visit www.ecobeeremoval.com.
