Double eggs

Started by Aroc, May 03, 2018, 09:18:08 PM

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Aroc

May 03, 2018, 09:18:08 PM
Newly mated store bought queen from reputable supplier has some cells with two eggs.  One is in center and one on edge.

Can this be somewhat typical for a new queen?
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Van, Arkansas, USA

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May 03, 2018, 09:56:56 PM
I have seen 2 eggs per cell from excellent production queens.  I viewed with a stereo microscope otherwise I would have never noticed.  If you are viewing a lot of doubles then I might be concerned.

BeeMaster2

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May 04, 2018, 12:23:40 AM
It is normal for a new queen to lay toe or three eggs in a cell when she starts laying. She should settle down and start putting only one egg per cell in a week or two. I would give her at least another 10 days to prove her self before you do another inspection.
Jim
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Acebird

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May 04, 2018, 02:23:06 PM
Quote from: Aroc on May 03, 2018, 09:18:08 PM
One is in center and one on edge.

Can this be somewhat typical for a new queen?
Yes.  The fact that there is one in the center is the positive that you want to see.
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