As the summer solstice has passed, we can sense a subtle shift in the mood of the bees in our apiary.

The earlier energetic vibe — something like “We’re ready to swarm!” — has calmed down. Now, there's a more devoted atmosphere, almost as if they’re saying, “We’re putting all our hopes in this new queen!”

The newly emerged queen bee walks around the hive, letting out high-pitched “peep” sounds to announce her presence.
Meanwhile, the entire colony seems to be united in patiently waiting for her safe return from her mating flight.