MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) — New Yorkers walking through Midtown South were in for a surprise Monday afternoon, as a bee colony was seen spilling out from sidewalk plantings.
The swarm was seen on the corner of West 38th Street and Seventh Avenue.
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Although bee swarms are not usually aggressive, they should only be removed by professional beekeepers, according to NYC Health. Pedestrians should keep a safe distance.
Several individuals have called 311 and 911 and are waiting for a response.
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