On 14 Jun 2003 at 12:16, James Fischer wrote:

> While you are at it, explain the maps you can see here:
> http://www.ceris.purdue.edu/napis/pests/shb/imap/usaall.html
>
> Pay special attention to the Georgia map, which will appear
> when you click on Georgia in the national map. > Please explain the proximate cause of the "spotty" pattern
> of SHB infestations in the USA WITHOUT long-distance movement
> of live bees through either:
>
 >Look at the maps.  Read 'em and weep.

   Well Jim, I don't mean to be contrary, but I read the South
Carolina map (which I know better than Georgia) and smiled. You
made my point!

   Take a look at it, if you would please. Look at counties 51
(Horry), 67 (Marion), 89 (Williamsburg), and 27 (Clarenden). I'll
give you a piece of background information. This is where about
95% of the SC migratory bees are kept in season.

   Now notice that 3 of 4 of these counties have NO beetles found,
despite a concentration of inspections in these counties (to certify
migratories to move).

   Your turn to read and weep....      ;o)


Dave in SC  USA
-Wondering if these maps are a good  enough foundation for a
monumental conclusion....
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