When you see bees like this, don’t be afraid. Don’t call firefighters or civil protection, don’t move them, don’t poison, don’t kill!

A beekeeping association

A wildlife or environmental service

What You Should Do Instead

Keep a safe distance

Keep pets and children away

Let the bees be

Most swarms move on within a few hours to a couple of days once scout bees find a suitable new home.

Why Bees Matter

Bees are essential pollinators. Without them, many fruits, vegetables, and flowers would struggle to grow. Protecting bees means protecting ecosystems — and our food supply.