Your apiary is showing mixed signals this April morning. Hive #2 and #3 are tracking well with stable brood temps and normal activity patterns, but Hive #1 new is raising a red flag: elevated eCO2 (1496 ppm) and notably high bVOC (4.79 ppm) suggest potential ventilation stress or early disease activity. The outdoor conditions are cool (13.8°C) and very dry (13.8% RH), so expect colonies to be tightening their clusters—monitor for any signs of condensation risk as temperatures rise.
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node_44812 warning Score: 54/100📋 Overall Health
Your Hive #1 new requires attention. While brood temperature (34.1°C) and tilt (3°, upright) are normal, the air quality metrics are concerning: eCO2 has spiked to 1496 ppm (>2× normal summer levels) and bVOC is elevated at 4.79 ppm—well above the healthy baseline of 0.5–2.0 ppm. This combination suggests either poor ventilation (entrance blocked, reduced bee population, or disease-related lethargy reducing fanning) or early signs of fermentation/disease (Nosema, AFB, or honey moisture >20%). Sound spectrum shows high energy in the 100–150 Hz band (0.706) but depressed 420–500 Hz (0.420), indicating a weakened, less structured colony hum. Vibration kurtosis is mildly elevated at 3.8, suggesting some impulsive activity, and the 20–50 Hz band (0.537) is slightly raised—possible external stress response.
⚠️ Issue: Elevated eCO2 (1496 ppm) + high bVOC (4.79 ppm) = ventilation blockage or disease risk⚠️ Issue: Depressed 420–500 Hz acoustic energy = weakened queen signaling or reduced colony vigor⚠️ Issue: Sound spectrum lacks structured colony fundamental (260–350 Hz) in current snapshot⚠️ Issue: Possible fermentation (moisture in stores) or Nosema/AFB in early stage▹ Action: INSPECT THIS HIVE WITHIN 48 HOURS: Check entrance for debris, bee beard, or blockage. Listen for unusual sounds (queenless colonies sound 'thin' and disorganized).▹ Action: If entrance is clear, crack open the hive briefly and assess: Is the queen present? Are there capped cells and fresh brood? Check for signs of disease (spotty brood pattern, dead larvae, foul odor).▹ Action: Test honey moisture with a refractometer if possible. Fermentation (moisture >20%) produces ethanol VOCs; this would explain the bVOC spike.▹ Action: If disease is suspected (AFB has a distinctive rotten-fruit odor; Nosema causes lethargy + spotty brood), contact your local apiary inspector or isolate the hive.▹ Action: If ventilation is the issue, ensure the hive entrance is fully open and consider adding an upper entrance or ventilation board.▹ Action: Monitor daily for 7 days; if eCO2 doesn't drop below 1000 ppm by next reading, intervention is urgent. -
node_34225 healthy Score: 82/100📋 Overall Health
Your Hive #2 is performing well. Brood temperature is holding steady at 34.5°C (ideal range), humidity is appropriately low at 30.5% for early spring buildup, and eCO2 is normal at 641 ppm. Sound spectrum shows balanced energy distribution with a slight emphasis on the 420–500 Hz band (0.522), consistent with normal colony hum and early queen activity. Vibration profile is calm and uniform across all bands (~0.49 g), suggesting stable, low-stress population activity.
▹ Action: Continue routine monitoring—this hive needs no intervention this week.▹ Action: Watch the 420–500 Hz acoustic band over the next 7–10 days; if energy rises significantly here combined with rising temperature, it could signal pre-swarm queen piping—prepare to split or manage swarm risk.▹ Action: With outdoor humidity at only 13.8%, ensure your hive has adequate water access when foraging begins. -
node_55484 healthy Score: 50/100📋 Overall Health
No recent telemetry data available from your Beta Node. The sensor may be offline, disconnected, or the hive may be empty or non-functional. Last reading would help determine status.
⚠️ Issue: No data in last 24 hours—sensor may be offline or hive may be non-operational▹ Action: Check the Beta Node's power (battery level should be visible in the gateway log) and WiFi connection.▹ Action: Physically inspect the hive to confirm bees are present and the sensor is properly mounted.▹ Action: If the sensor is loose or propolis-covered, clean the sensor windows and ensure tight contact with the hive interior.▹ Action: Once data resumes, establish a baseline for this hive before drawing conclusions. -
node_547 healthy Score: 85/100📋 Overall Health
Your Hive #3 is in excellent condition. Brood temperature sits at 34.9°C (upper end of the ideal 34–36°C range, perfectly normal for early spring), humidity is well-balanced at 57.4%, and air quality metrics are strong: eCO2 at 715 ppm and bVOC at 0.81 ppm are both in the healthy range. Sound spectrum shows good energy distribution with peaks in the 200–260 Hz and 800–1500 Hz bands, indicating active, organized colony behavior. Vibration spectrum is elevated and evenly distributed (0.56–0.59 g across all bands), reflecting a populous, active colony with vigorous fanning (80–120 Hz band active). This hive is building well for spring.
▹ Action: This hive is thriving—no urgent action needed.▹ Action: Continue monitoring temperature and humidity as outdoor temps rise; expect gradual increases in activity and sound energy over the next 2–3 weeks.▹ Action: Plan for a spring inspection within 10 days to assess brood pattern, food stores, and space availability (early swarm prevention).▹ Action: Watch for rising 200–260 Hz energy in the sound spectrum; combined with rising temperature, this could signal pre-swarm behavior in 2–3 weeks.