>>"HIGH levels of bacteria, viruses, and fungi have been found in the guts of the recoverable dead bees" Would it not make more sense to look at the live bees in collapsing colonies? Bacteria and fungi thrive on dead organisms. Waldemar Long Island, NY ****************************************************** * Full guidelines for BEE-L posting are at: * * http://www.honeybeeworld.com/bee-l/guidelines.htm * ******************************************************