> I believe that poor acceptance comes from caged queens. After a few days of > egg laying her pheromones are normal (Dr. Gloria DeHoffman 2002 ). Bob, can you give us the full reference for this. Hope you can find time in amongst the splitting. Trevor Weatherhead ASUTRALIA :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::