{"product_id":"guardian-bee-hive-entrance","title":"Guardian Bee Hive Entrance","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-hyperlinkruns='{\"1\":1754,\"2\":\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/small-hive-beetle-control\"}{\"1\":1779}{\"1\":1785,\"2\":\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/pest-control\"}{\"1\":1813}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":118}{\"1\":435,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":520}{\"1\":796,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":910}{\"1\":1731,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":1734}{\"1\":1754,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}}}{\"1\":1763,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":1136076},\"9\":1}}{\"1\":1788,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}}}{\"1\":1794,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":1136076},\"9\":1}}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":1049473,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"23\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The “Guardian” is a patented technology that keeps small hive beetles from entering a beehive by masking the entrance. Guardian entrances work by making it difficult for small hive beetles to navigate the entrance and actually enter the colony. The physical edges of the entrance are difficult for the small hive beetles to traverse. \\n\\nThis particular entrance is designed to fit on the bottom board and be the entrance of the colony. It is necessary to attach this entrance to a reducer or another type of wooden stick.\\n\\nThe “Guardian” also uses red light technology that has been proven to detour the small hive beetle and disrupt their invasive efforts.  Installation of the Guardian is simple and adapts to any beehive configuration from 10 and 8 frames, as well as 5 frame nucleus colonies. The Guardian gives your bees a fighting chance against the threat of small hive beetles.\\n\\nFrom The Manufacturer:\\n\\nGuardian Bee Hive Entrance Information and FAQ\\n\\nWe do not recommend leaving the Guardian on the hive at temperatures below 40 F – Hive beetles are not active below this temperature, and damage may occur to the Guardian.\\n\\nThe Guardian was not designed to be a mouse guard, and significant damage may result.\\n\\nGuardians should be installed once temperatures are above 50 F or when doing a fresh package or nucleus hive install.\\n\\nWhat is the learning curve for the bees to understand using the Guardian? It usually takes around 2 hours for traffic to move thru it smoothly.\\n\\nThe opening on the Guardian is almost twice as wide as a queen excluder – A standard queen excluder is 0.15625″ while the guardian is .29″ – Plenty of room for the drones to get out. A standard hive cell is approximately .2″ and a drone cell is .25″\\n\\n\\nSee our entire collection of Small Hive Beetle Control\\nFull beekeeping pest control line\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuardian Bee Hive Entrance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"245\" data-start=\"71\"\u003eThe Guardian Bee Hive Entrance is a patented hive entrance designed to help deter small hive beetles by masking the entrance and disrupting their ability to enter the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"282\" data-start=\"252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"282\" data-start=\"255\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"400\" data-start=\"284\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"321\" data-start=\"284\"\u003ePatented Beetle-Deterrent Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masks the hive entrance to make navigation difficult for small hive beetles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"499\" data-start=\"402\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"432\" data-start=\"402\"\u003ePhysical Barrier Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entrance edges are difficult for small hive beetles to traverse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"602\" data-start=\"501\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"526\" data-start=\"501\"\u003eRed Light Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses red light to deter small hive beetles and disrupt invasive behavior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"720\" data-start=\"604\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"634\" data-start=\"604\"\u003eBottom Board Entrance Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to function as the primary hive entrance when mounted on the bottom board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"812\" data-start=\"722\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"750\" data-start=\"722\"\u003eWide Hive Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with 10-frame, 8-frame, and 5-frame nucleus colonies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"901\" data-start=\"814\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"841\" data-start=\"814\"\u003eDrone-Friendly Opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Entrance width allows drones to exit without restriction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1000\" data-start=\"903\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"929\" data-start=\"903\"\u003eSeasonal Use Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for use during active beetle seasons and warmer temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1034\" data-start=\"1007\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1034\" data-start=\"1010\"\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1351\" data-start=\"1035\"\u003eThe Guardian Bee Hive Entrance is a patented entrance system developed to help reduce small hive beetle intrusion into honey bee colonies. It works by masking the hive entrance and altering the physical structure of the opening, making it difficult for small hive beetles to navigate and successfully enter the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1601\" data-start=\"1353\"\u003eThis version of the Guardian is designed to be installed on the bottom board and serve as the primary entrance to the colony. It must be attached to a wooden entrance reducer or similar wooden support to secure it in place. Screws are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1888\" data-start=\"1603\"\u003eIn addition to its physical barrier design, the Guardian incorporates red light technology. According to the manufacturer, red light has been shown to deter small hive beetles and interfere with their invasive behavior, providing an additional layer of protection at the hive entrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2301\" data-start=\"1890\"\u003eThe Guardian is compatible with standard 10-frame and 8-frame Langstroth hives, as well as 5-frame nucleus colonies. The entrance opening measures approximately 0.29 inches wide—nearly twice the width of a standard queen excluder opening (0.15625 inches). For reference, a standard worker cell is approximately 0.20 inches wide and a drone cell is approximately 0.25 inches wide, allowing drones to exit freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2338\" data-start=\"2303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2338\" data-start=\"2307\"\u003eManufacturer Use Guidelines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2696\" data-start=\"2339\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2451\" data-start=\"2339\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2451\" data-start=\"2341\"\u003eNot recommended for use below 40°F, as small hive beetles are inactive and damage to the Guardian may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2498\" data-start=\"2452\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2498\" data-start=\"2454\"\u003eNot designed to function as a mouse guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2619\" data-start=\"2499\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2619\" data-start=\"2501\"\u003eRecommended for installation when temperatures are above 50°F or during fresh package or nucleus hive installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2696\" data-start=\"2620\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2696\" data-start=\"2622\"\u003eBees typically adapt to using the Guardian within approximately two hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-hyperlinkruns='{\"1\":1754,\"2\":\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/small-hive-beetle-control\"}{\"1\":1779}{\"1\":1785,\"2\":\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/pest-control\"}{\"1\":1813}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":118}{\"1\":435,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":520}{\"1\":796,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":910}{\"1\":1731,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":1734}{\"1\":1754,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}}}{\"1\":1763,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":1136076},\"9\":1}}{\"1\":1788,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}}}{\"1\":1794,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":1136076},\"9\":1}}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":1049473,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"23\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The “Guardian” is a patented technology that keeps small hive beetles from entering a beehive by masking the entrance. Guardian entrances work by making it difficult for small hive beetles to navigate the entrance and actually enter the colony. The physical edges of the entrance are difficult for the small hive beetles to traverse. \\n\\nThis particular entrance is designed to fit on the bottom board and be the entrance of the colony. It is necessary to attach this entrance to a reducer or another type of wooden stick.\\n\\nThe “Guardian” also uses red light technology that has been proven to detour the small hive beetle and disrupt their invasive efforts.  Installation of the Guardian is simple and adapts to any beehive configuration from 10 and 8 frames, as well as 5 frame nucleus colonies. The Guardian gives your bees a fighting chance against the threat of small hive beetles.\\n\\nFrom The Manufacturer:\\n\\nGuardian Bee Hive Entrance Information and FAQ\\n\\nWe do not recommend leaving the Guardian on the hive at temperatures below 40 F – Hive beetles are not active below this temperature, and damage may occur to the Guardian.\\n\\nThe Guardian was not designed to be a mouse guard, and significant damage may result.\\n\\nGuardians should be installed once temperatures are above 50 F or when doing a fresh package or nucleus hive install.\\n\\nWhat is the learning curve for the bees to understand using the Guardian? It usually takes around 2 hours for traffic to move thru it smoothly.\\n\\nThe opening on the Guardian is almost twice as wide as a queen excluder – A standard queen excluder is 0.15625″ while the guardian is .29″ – Plenty of room for the drones to get out. A standard hive cell is approximately .2″ and a drone cell is .25″\\n\\n\\nSee our entire collection of Small Hive Beetle Control\\nFull beekeeping pest control line\"}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screws are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/when-do-i-add-or-remove-an-entrance-reducer\/\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/blog.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/should-you-use-a-queen-excluder\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\"\u003eWhen Do I Add or Remove an Entrance Reducer\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-hyperlinkruns='{\"1\":1754,\"2\":\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/small-hive-beetle-control\"}{\"1\":1779}{\"1\":1785,\"2\":\"https:\/\/www.foxhoundbeecompany.com\/collections\/pest-control\"}{\"1\":1813}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":118}{\"1\":435,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":520}{\"1\":796,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":910}{\"1\":1731,\"2\":{\"5\":1}}{\"1\":1734}{\"1\":1754,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}}}{\"1\":1763,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":1136076},\"9\":1}}{\"1\":1788,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0}}}{\"1\":1794,\"2\":{\"2\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":1136076},\"9\":1}}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":1049473,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"23\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The “Guardian” is a patented technology that keeps small hive beetles from entering a beehive by masking the entrance. Guardian entrances work by making it difficult for small hive beetles to navigate the entrance and actually enter the colony. The physical edges of the entrance are difficult for the small hive beetles to traverse. \\n\\nThis particular entrance is designed to fit on the bottom board and be the entrance of the colony. It is necessary to attach this entrance to a reducer or another type of wooden stick.\\n\\nThe “Guardian” also uses red light technology that has been proven to detour the small hive beetle and disrupt their invasive efforts.  Installation of the Guardian is simple and adapts to any beehive configuration from 10 and 8 frames, as well as 5 frame nucleus colonies. The Guardian gives your bees a fighting chance against the threat of small hive beetles.\\n\\nFrom The Manufacturer:\\n\\nGuardian Bee Hive Entrance Information and FAQ\\n\\nWe do not recommend leaving the Guardian on the hive at temperatures below 40 F – Hive beetles are not active below this temperature, and damage may occur to the Guardian.\\n\\nThe Guardian was not designed to be a mouse guard, and significant damage may result.\\n\\nGuardians should be installed once temperatures are above 50 F or when doing a fresh package or nucleus hive install.\\n\\nWhat is the learning curve for the bees to understand using the Guardian? It usually takes around 2 hours for traffic to move thru it smoothly.\\n\\nThe opening on the Guardian is almost twice as wide as a queen excluder – A standard queen excluder is 0.15625″ while the guardian is .29″ – Plenty of room for the drones to get out. 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