Hello, happy holidays,
 
On observing the almost total loss of healthy colonies in this area, this
fall, (SW Virginia, USA) (untreated) I wonder what Varroa does normally
with it's host: since a dead hive means the end of that Varroa population
as well. Might we see selection for Varroa that over-winter in temperate
climates independently from their host, as well as for
honey bees that tolerate Varroa infestation?
 
Adam
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