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Re: BEE-L Digest - 15 Nov 2004 to 16 Nov 2004 (#2004-308)
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In a message dated 17/11/2004 05:10:02 GMT Standard Time,
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>  I've noticed that very old combs with small cells on them have very =
> high numbers of mites and DWV.  Just an observation.
>
>    Josh Jaros
>

I recall reading that a study in South America found that mites tend to go
for old rather than new comb.

Chris

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