Wax Moths

I was preparing for a hive inspection, so I went to go check on my drawn frames in the garage - they are covered with wax moths! The webbing you see below is from wax moths, there is even an adult wax mot in the picture:

Wax moths are generally kept in check when they are inside of the hive - the bees will recognize them as a pest and chase them away. When storing frames not on the hive, wax moths can move in quite easily.

I salvaged most of my frames, but a did clear out 3 or 4 that looked like the one above - there is just too much webbing. I put about 20 of the frames in the freezer, putting frames in the freezer kills the wax moth larvae so it won't be a continuing problem.