> *if* proof exists Israeli Acute paralysis virus *is* the cause of CCD but
all of us are familiar with bee paralysis virus symptoms and none were
reported in CCD survey's.

I am very familiar with Acute paralysis virus and have been a part of
sending samples to the U.K. for virus ID. Also have had many direct talks
with Norman Carrick on the subject (U.K.) Also with Dr. Shiminuki and the
subject.

Interestingly today the Sept. Bee Culture came with an interview with
"Shim". Brought back memories of our discussions on beekeeping problems. On
page 22 "Shim" is asked about CCD and more importantly about paralysis
virus. Yes years ago the USDA-ARS did quite a bit of research on Paralysis
virus. Here is his comments:
" When we were studying paralysis virus we found that bees will leave the
colony , they simply walk away out the front door BECAUSE THEY CAN'T FLY"

Now if Paralysis virus were the number one cause of CCD would not we find a
few of these bees outside the entrance? I have seen Paralysis virus first
hand in several states under all kinds of conditions and YOU ALWAYS find
bees crawling around the hive. No exceptions.


bob





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