> Genetic diversity is not a sign of evolution. I was implying the opposite: Lack of diversity can be a sign of domestication, or the reduction of population below a critical mass. Lack of variability translates to the lack of ability to adapt to changing circumstances. But the honey bee has remarkable diversity and variability, even in small populations, a sign that the forces of evolution are still at work. Pete *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html