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Re: Locally adapted?
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Peter L Borst <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 22 Sep 2014 14:14:05 -0400
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You can parse the genotypes all you like,  but beekeepers the world over
know that some species work better in different locations. Certain traits
are more desirable in some areas.   If you want large honey crops,  pick
Italians,  winter hardy, then Russians or Carniola's as a breed may be a
better choice.

First, they aren't different species. All the same species. 
Second, how can you tell an "Italian" bee from any other? 

PLB

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