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I installed a 4 frame (there were 5 frames but 1 of just foundation) nucleus on 29th June, and inspected today. There were new eggs, larvae of different sizes, and capped brood. Didn't spot the queen, but I guess she must be there. They have started to draw out almost 2 sides of deep...

Can anyone tell me the type of bee this is ? I just spotted her outside the entrance to the hive. It was dark when I saw her. This is my first hive, and the nucleus was installed yesterday evening. Needless to say I am slightly paranoid that it's the Queen...