Hello Randy & All,

 I  dealt with comments such as that instrumental insemination was "rape"
> of a queen.

*comments* or simply ignorance of the procedure?

I would have pointed out that with instrumental insemination the queen is 
given a gas to keep her quiet and as comfortable as possible. Very gently 
handled.

I would also have asked if being gang raped by a dozen drones might be a 
bigger trauma. No wonder the queen seldom leaves the hive.

sincerely,
Bob Harrison



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