dead uncapped brood

JackM · May 08, 2012, 09:54:38 AM

Noticed quite a few dead uncapped brood. I would say the larvae were only 1/16=1/8 in length. Larvae turned black. Do not see mites, will start a hive mite count today, but have seen no signs of mites or any other vermin. This hive has a questionable queen.

Have been watching several dead brood being carried away from hive only notable thing is none have heads, bodies look fully grown. Those are white and glisten.

Kathyp · May 08, 2012, 10:37:23 AM

we need to see a picture.

JackM · May 08, 2012, 01:05:33 PM

Ya forgot the camera yesterday. Even had it in my pocket. Not going to bother them today.

Jim134 · May 08, 2012, 02:53:47 PM

Just a guess chill brood to cold at nite time. Need pictures.

BEE HAPPY Jim 134 :)

BeeMaster2 · May 08, 2012, 09:48:00 PM

I agree with Jim. Especially due to your location. What are your night time temps?
Jim

JackM · May 09, 2012, 09:26:41 AM

We had a frost 4 nites ago, many nites in the 40's, highs in low to mid 50's until this week.

Jim134 · May 09, 2012, 01:11:27 PM

Quote from: JackM on May 09, 2012, 09:26:41 AM
We had a frost 4 nites ago, many nites in the 40's, highs in low to mid 50's until this week.

Brood nest needs 97F or so to shay live..

BEE HAPPY Jim 134 :)