6 
4 inches long, one foot width and 7 inches high. The weight of the empty 
case is 3—4 Kilogramms (6—8 pounds). 
The original hive contains always stabil] combs, never frames or 
comb supporters. The upper board on which the combs are build is 
securely nailed on the side boards..The bottom board, used in front as 
alighting board — is fastened with four nails on the sideboards, and can 
be taken out whenever wantend. For this purpose the hive must be put 
upright — with the hind part down. The front board with the entrance 
and the board in the rear are kept by ledges in position and can be easily 
taken away. The combs are build in a slanting position towards the 
-entrance. 
Carniolan Peasant Apiary. 
The Carniolan hive is, standing isolated, not sufficiently warm, the- 
refore the same are in great numbers piled closely together. Only the 
uppermost row is covered with blankets, sacks etc. In the winter the hives 
