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    "A note about drones. These are bigger than the worker or queen bee and are there for the sole purpose of mating."

    I was wondering if this is certain? I have read that drones help cover the brood, and also play a part in the pheromone balance in the hive. And perhaps other roles?

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    Try the diseases quiz at http://www.beekeepingforum.co.uk
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    Quote Originally Posted by chris View Post
    "A note about drones. These are bigger than the worker or queen bee and are there for the sole purpose of mating."

    I was wondering if this is certain? I have read that drones help cover the brood, and also play a part in the pheromone balance in the hive. And perhaps other roles?
    I am sure they do more - although not well documented or understood yet. As it was put in a section aimed at beginners I though a simple straight-forward approach would be best.

    They must have some pheromone to allow them to a) get fed and b) be allowed into almost any hive they chose. Some blokes have it and some blokes don't I suppose! (Or they just wear Lynx).

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