In a message dated 97-02-21 17:05:22 EST, you write:
 
<< On beehives, in shady and moist areas, an algae-like growth appears. I
have been
 informed that this may be one reason that slugs crawl onto the hives.  If it
 isn't algae or moss what sort of plant, fungi, or organism is this growth?
 
 Thanks in advance for any information. >>
 
   Whatever this is, you need to get better air drainage/ventilation.  If you
have a consistant high moisture problem with woodenware, think of how this
affects the bees.  Damp conditions are conducive to stress diseases.
 
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