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.... The Pollination Home Page: http://pollinator.com :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: -- Visit www.honeybeeworld.com/BEE-L for rules, FAQ and other info --- ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::