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Viral Photo Shows Bee Swarm at Magic Kingdom’s Little Mermaid Ride

Observers said the cluster likely reflected normal queen-protection behavior that typically passes quickly.

Overview

  • An X post on September 27 by user Original Orange Bird showed a dense cluster of bees at the attraction’s entrance that spread widely online.
  • Guests voiced safety worries, including risks to people with bee-sting allergies, and some called for professional removal.
  • Commenters familiar with bee behavior said the swarm was likely protecting a queen and would relocate within a day.
  • Coverage notes Disney employs deterrents such as misters but cannot fully prevent wildlife encounters in its outdoor parks, and the company did not issue a statement on this incident.
  • One outlet reported the ride soon operated as normal after the sighting, though that account was unattributed.