>>The reports say they are plugged out already.<< Can you please explain what you mean by "plugged out". It might be a common USA expression. Do you mean that the colony has reached its maximum in brood rearing? Best regards Roger White Superbee Cyprus. :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::