Russian-Hybrid Package Bees

If you're seeking honey bees that not only excel in honey production but also display unique adaptability to ever-changing nectar and pollen flows, Russian-Hybrid Honey Bees are the ideal solution for your beekeeping needs. The Russian-Hybrid bee is less likely to rob from other hives and are known for protecting their hive fiercely. These bees have been meticulously selected and bred to thrive in diverse conditions, offering beekeepers the perfect choice for their ever-evolving challenges.

Strengths of our Russian-Hybrid Honey Bees:

• Excellent Wintering
• Superior Mite Resistance
• High Honey Yield
• Efficient Brood Rearing
• Queen Replacement Capability

Order and Shipping Details

Our bee packages are available while supplies last. The price includes shipping. For USPS shipping, packages will require pickup at your local post office.

We’ll contact you with a shipment date and provide tracking information once the bees are shipped. Cancellations are not accepted within 14 days of the bees’ estimated ship date.

Package bee orders are prepaid and are subject to a $10 change or cancellation fee after the prepayment has been processed.

By purchasing, you’re agreeing to our Bee Policy.

Bee Insurance

There is always a risk when shipping live animals, so Mann Lake includes insurance with the purchase of every shipped package. Any package with 1 ½” or more of dead bees spread evenly on the bottom of the package is eligible for a refund or replacement. To file a claim, simply submit a photo of the shipping label and the package showing more than 1 ½” of dead bees on the bottom of the package when spread evenly across the bottom via our website Package Bee Help. We make every effort to ship replacements, if available, on the earliest ship date possible. If we are unable to accommodate a replacement, a refund will be issued within 7-10 business days of submission.