Most of the time, there's a reason behind an agitated hive – a lost or dying queen, invasive pests, human disruptions or robbing bees trying to steal honey supplies. If you can identify the cause, you can work out how to solve the issue and get your bees back to their normal mellow state.

Africanized Honey Bees They are highly aggressive and are known to attack people who are dozens of meters from their colony. Victims can end up being stung hundreds of times, sometimes causing shock or even death.

If the queen dies suddenly and your hive is queen-less, the bees may be sent into a panic. They intuitively know their hive could be in danger – and while they're working hard to create a new queen, they may be extra-defensive and protective.

Moore, The Angry Beekeeper, has garnered attention on TikTok recently for his insect insights into how bees can predict the weather. He's forecasting a mild winter, with no extended cold snaps.