Steve Osiason is a Tampa Bay bee rescuer whose coverage on the statewide roster spans three counties, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas, and he published both a phone number and an email. That wide reach across the bay area makes him a practical name for a lot of residents, whether the bees have shown up in Tampa itself, up in Pasco, or over on the Pinellas peninsula. The published email gives you an easy way to send photos along with your first message.
Live removal is the focus. Honey bees are pollinators worth preserving, so the goal is to collect the colony and relocate it to a managed hive rather than kill it. A swarm that has clustered temporarily on a tree, fence, or building is the classic spring call and usually the simplest to move, while a colony that has established itself and started drawing comb is a bigger undertaking with the same live-relocation aim.
Because Steve covers three counties, confirming that he can reach your particular location is a sensible first step, and the email option helps with that. When you get in touch, describe where the bees are, how high off the ground, and how long they have been there. As with every provider in this directory, each beekeeper sets their own terms, so confirm what a visit involves before you schedule. For Tampa Bay homeowners, Steve is a well-positioned live-bee contact.
