Checking on the nuc we installed last weekend and can’t find evidence of a queen. We have lots of pollen, honey and capped brood but no eggs or larvae that I can see. Looked for the queen but didn’t see her but that may be just inexperienced eyes.. This is only our second time in a hive so would really appreciate an experienced eye confirming what I’m seeing (or not). If we don’t have a queen
I know it needs to be resolved asap. I’m attaching some photos but they aren’t terribly good. Thoughts or helpful comments or anyone available to come take a look and help out some newbees would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Melissa
We found her! Thanks everyone on FB for the helpful comments and Leah for helping us find her and showing me how tiny the eggs are. Now I can enjoy them without worry.
Several people saw Melissa's cross-posts on FB. Here's some of the responses she got.