We had huge numbers of Braula in the pre-varroa days, now those that treat aggressively have none whereas those of us using minimal treatment for varroa still see them.
I am not aware of any correlation between Braula load and viruses; perhaps acarine mites are a more likely suspect?
Best wishes
Peter
52°14'44.44"N, 1°50'35"W
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