The only time I have had this happen the bees clustered outside the hive each time they were put in. Eventually I realised that I had treated the floor with creosote some months previously. I changed the floor and they trooped in. Chris :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::