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Varroa Destructor; The Past, Present, & Future of Honeybee Colony Health
This episode of The Poor Proles Almanac centers on the varroa destructor, a parasitic mite that poses a significant threat to honeybee populations worldwide. The hosts discuss the history of the varroa mite, its devastating impact on honeybee colonies, and explore various approaches to managing this persistent pest.
The Varroa Mite: A Global Threat to Honeybees
The varroa mite, described as a "tiny mite that is basically like a tick for bees", was first discovered in Asia in 1904, parasitizing the Asian honeybee (Apis cerana). Through the movement of Western honeybee (Apis mellifera)…
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