The Varroa mite is an invasive species from Asia that was first discovered in the United States in 1987. Since then, it has spread across the world and has become a major problem for beekeepers everywhere. The mite sits on the bee and sucks its blood, leading to the death of the bee. The problem is compounded by the fact that the mite lays multiple eggs in each brood cell, resulting in a massive infestation that can quickly overwhelm a colony.

In this informative video, beekeepers and bee experts share their knowledge about the Varroa mite and how it harms honeybees. You’ll learn how to spot the mite, which looks like a red dot and typically sits on the bee’s head or thorax. You’ll also learn about the various diseases that the mite can cause in bees, including wing deformities and paralysis.

But it’s not all doom and gloom. Beekeepers have developed various techniques to monitor and treat Varroa infestations, including attaching drawers to beehives to check infestation levels and treating colonies with biological acids. These treatments can help keep Varroa levels low and give honeybees a fighting chance against this deadly parasite.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing our beloved honeybees and what we can do to help them thrive. Honeybees play a crucial role in pollinating our crops and providing us with delicious honey, and they simply need our help to survive.

Watch the video now and join the fight to protect these amazing creatures.

External Voices

Here is a collection of external expert reports on the varroa mite