What is Propolis (and mummified mice!) Beekeeping with Maddie

The video covers the first honey harvest of the year, explaining why the honey is not ready to be harvested due to uncapped cells. It introduces propolis, a substance bees create from tree sap, used to seal and protect the hive. Propolis also helps regulate hive temperature and mummify intruders like mice to prevent bacterial spread. The video concludes with an invitation to engage with more beekeeping content.

What are the two main reasons bees seal their hive with propolis?

Describe how bees protect their hive from intruders like mice.