>>How does one seperate these type queens from laying workers by the way? Are there any keys to look for for differences? I don't think anyone mentioned that a queen will typically attach the eggs to the bottom of the cells whereas laying workers' shorter abdomens allow them to attach their eggs only to the sides of the cells. You can find good pictures if you google 'laying workers.' Waldemar Long Island, NY ****************************************************** * Full guidelines for BEE-L posting are at: * * http://www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l/guidelines.htm * ******************************************************