You can also use a hive as a collective noun, although it's less common.
For example:
* A swarm of bees buzzed around the flower patch.
* The colony of ants was busy transporting food.
* The hive was buzzing with activity.
You can also use a hive as a collective noun, although it's less common.
For example:
* A swarm of bees buzzed around the flower patch.
* The colony of ants was busy transporting food.
* The hive was buzzing with activity.