> ................ I also question the wisdom of starting a new colony on wax
> moth damaged combs.  There may well be eggs and larvae present.  Far wiser
> to  start with new foundation or clean combs.     Sid P.
 
If you got the freezer space, freeze the damaged combs. Any eggs or larvae
will be destroyed. I don't know what the minimum time is; I leave them in
overnight.
 
Conrad Sigona
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