Greetings,
     On April 16th of this year, I began a colony headed by a Midnight
Queen.  Last Monday, I requeened that hive because I could stand them no
longer.  They had superceded the old queen, and were as mean as can be.
They would fly out in large numbers, it looked like a swarm boiling out!  I
could work 9 other hives without a sting, and get 5-10 stings from this one
hive.  Even before they superceded, I wasn't impressed.  They began
preparations to swarm in late June.  I have tried every hybrid bee out
there, and have come to the conclusion that Italians or Carniolans from a
reputable breeder are the way to go. Good luck with them if you choose to
use them.
Scott Moser

" I believe that beekeeping mirrors life.  One must endure a few stings to
reach the final sweet reward."  S. Moser