In a message dated 21/08/2007 19:34:06 GMT Standard Time,  
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They  should have room to go inside but refuse. 


That reminds me of a swarm that I took some years ago that refused to enter  
the hive although it seemed in all respects perfect. I then remembered that  
during the winter, some months earlier, I had creosoted the floorboard. I  
changed the floor and they all trooped in.
 
Chris



   

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