Thanks for the ID tips for tracheal mites, everyone. I did my best to look at some bees but unfortunately I think the tracheal mites would need name tags for me to recognize them. I figured out what the trachea look like at least.

If anyone is interested in a video call with a microscope with a camera, I'd be game for that. I have the microscope and camera but I seriously lack the skills in dissecting and examining. Just a thought. 

In any case, I appreciate all the tips and I'll keep working on it. 

Tracey

             ***********************************************
The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned
LISTSERV(R) list management software.  For more information, go to:
http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html