Flying Insects at Work in the Garden

 

Not sure what kind of bee this is but it's a big one!

We went into all three hives today and found that the newest hive is still taking sugar water and the queen is laying.  Take a look at the larvae in the picture below.  That's a good thing!  The two more established hives appear to be in good condition so all is well. 

The bees built this comb out in an empty space in the newest  hive.  Not bad work for a bunch of newbies!