Native bees set up in Urban Utilities Water meter in Brisbane.
In Brisbane Native bees are found naturally in hollows of trees and rock retaining walls in nature. Issues occur when they seek alternative nesting sites such as Urban Utility water meters. Native bees are attracted to these water meters due to the colour and perfect environment and size to regulate temperate for their hive.
Native bees are important to the environment and when found in Urban Utility water meters should not be disturbed as can be safely removed and relocated to preserve the Native Bees. Native bees in water meters are and issue as access to tap to turn off water is blocked by the hive workings and the meter cannot be read as the Native bees build over the water meter window.
You will notice the Native Bees as small black flying insects that will be seen entering and exiting the hole in the water meter lid. The native bees will also sometimes be noted in large swarms near the water meter.
At Brisbane Native bees we can safely rescue and relocate Native bees found in Urban Utilities water meters. The bees are relocated to a hive box and removed from site. The water meter should be monitored over time as occasionally the Native bees can return or rebuild.
Contact us for advice and service when you find Native bees in an Urban Utility water meter and we will be happy to offer assistance.
