One thing I have not seen mentioned anywhere is the original origin of
both tracheal and varroa mites. I gather they are just as much of a problem
in Europe as here in America---but where did they come from? What was the
original source of infestation?
I am also hearing that tracheal mites can infest wild (non-honeybee) bee
populations, as well. Is this true?
Jane B. [[log in to unmask]]