I would recommend you make a swarm trap (lighter and purpose built) and my understanding is to place it 100+ feet away from your hive if you are going to catch your swarms. Same if you find a bee tree.
I'm using Layens frames, but there is plans for Langstroth. Same principle.
See more info here. https://horizontalhive.com/honeybee-swarm-trap/bait-hive-how-to-catch.shtml
Mike / Paratus Radio
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