The aim of this study was to recognize the main drivers associated with autumn V. destructor infestation in honey bee colonies when different eco-regions from Argentina are compared. The prevalence of colonies with high infestation level was lower in semi-arid Chaco followed by humid and transition Chaco regions. Under contrasting natural conditions, environment comes out as the main predominant driver on Varroa destructor infestation level.

Environment or beekeeping management: What explains better the prevalence of honey bee colonies with high levels of Varroa destructor? Research in Veterinary Science 112 (2017) 1–6

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