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From: Dee Lusby <[log in to unmask]>
> This is done
> basically because smaller flys faster, 

I would like to see the data that leads one to this conclusion.  I have 
heard it often enough, but would like to see the data.  

> meaning while
> smaller drones can ketch larger queens, it is harder for
> larger drones to ketch smaller queens in flight. So
> artificially enlarged LC queens and drones are then at a
> disadvantage in nature for always being pulled apart FWIW.

What are the determinants of the size of a queen cell?  It is often 
stated that queens with larger abdomens have more ovarioles and will 
produce more eggs.  How does that aquare with the desire for smaller 
queens?


Keith

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