Bee Population Estimator

How to Use

1. During inspection, count the number of frame sides fully covered by bees (both sides of each frame).
2. Count frames containing eggs, larvae, or capped brood.
3. Select your frame size (deep, medium, or shallow).
4. Click Estimate Population to calculate colony size and strength rating.

Standard estimates: ~2,500 bees per deep frame side, ~1,800 per medium, ~1,200 per shallow. These are approximations — actual density varies with bee size, clustering behavior, and season. A healthy peak-season colony has 50,000-80,000 bees.