Although some bees without a load of nectar are lightweight while incoming foragers with a nectar load are heavier, the figure of 3,500 bees to the pound is the standard figure used by all parties in the U.S. George Imirie Certified EAS Master Beekeeper :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::