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> > Apparently the varroa are not evenly distributed in the cluster.


Thanks for your field observation Allen!
The uneven distribution is also easily seen when looking at sticky
boards--the distribution of fallen mites is often very uneven.

The take home message to me is to be consistent as to where you take your
samples, and not to place too much faith in any single sample.

Randy Oliver

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