Do drones leave with the departing swarm?

[TomH]

Hived a swarm collected last week. Had a quick peak through the polycarb crown board today and could see a couple of drones, on the top of some of the frames. Swarm has only been in the hive 8 days, so not long enough have raised their own.

Curious as to whether these could be drones that travelled with the original swarm, or is it likely just drones from another hive, begging a free meal?

Thanks

 

[Erichalfbee]

Drones fly with a swarm

 

[TomH]

Thank you, always learning.

Interesting some do leave with the swarm then. Would have thought the certainly less energetic option would be to remain in the parent hive. Although I suppose that by leaving with the swarm and setting up in a new location it helps further extend their range and the spread of genetic material.

 

[Erichalfbee]

Thank you, always learning.

Interesting some do leave with the swarm then. Would have thought the certainly less energetic option would be to remain in the parent hive. Although I suppose that by leaving with the swarm and setting up in a new location it helps further extend their range and the spread of genetic material.

Maybe they just get carried away with it all?

 

[Finman]

A swarm has quite few drones with it.

 

[Kaz]

Thank you, always learning.

Interesting some do leave with the swarm then. Would have thought the certainly less energetic option would be to remain in the parent hive. Although I suppose that by leaving with the swarm and setting up in a new location it helps further extend their range and the spread of genetic material.

Maybe they just get caught up in all the excitement?

 

[Arfermo]

Thank you, always learning.

Interesting some do leave with the swarm then. Would have thought the certainly less energetic option would be to remain in the parent hive. Although I suppose that by leaving with the swarm and setting up in a new location it helps further extend their range and the spread of genetic material.

Typical males. Always looking for opportunities to stray?

 

[oliver90owner]

Prime or cast? Could make a difference.

 

[TomH]

Would assume a prime swarm, given the size of it.

Typical males. Always looking for opportunities to stray?

Quite the life they lead!