Beehive Entrance Reducer/Mouse Guard

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This is a straightforward defense mechanism that minimizes the entrance size of any standard beehive. It provides effective protection against mice, inter-hive competitors, and other potential threats. I've adapted this guard for my Printrbot Simple Metal, which has a smaller build area. To accommodate its limitations, I divided the entire length (15.25") into three manageable sections, each approximately 6" long. These sub-components can be easily connected without any issues. The design also allows for smooth rotation, making it effortless to block all entry and exit points when necessary. This feature is enabled by two separate connector plates that can be securely fastened to the hive. With these in place, the guard simply slides into position. So far, this modification has worked remarkably well on my beehive setup. Honey bees are able to move freely in and out of the hive without any hindrance or obstruction.