| Type | Egg | Larvae | Cell capped | Pupa | Average Developmental Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen | up to Day 3 | up to Day 8½ | Day 7½ | Day 8 until emergence | 16 days |
| Worker | up to Day 3 | up to Day 9 | Day 9 | Day 10 until emergence (Day 11 or 12 last moult) | 21 days(range: 18-22 days) |
| Drone | up to Day 3 | up to Day 9½ | Day 10 | Day 10 until emergence | 24 days |
