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10-04-2011, 09:00 PM
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| | | Bee mites!!!?
I think these are mites but its so bad im trying to convince myself its not 
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10-04-2011, 09:06 PM
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| | | Re: Bee mites!!!?
They just hitch a ride they get off at plants then wait for another bee for a ride to another plant they dont harm the bee as long as too many dont all want a lift at the same time. |
10-04-2011, 09:33 PM
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| | | Re: Bee mites!!!?
Been over to my Daughters today and she has found quiet a few Bees with these mite on them. All were on the floor and looked as if they were dying swirling around upside down.They all had these mite on them.
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| | | Re: Bee mites!!!?
Bee Parasite Eggs?
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10-04-2011, 10:47 PM
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| | | Re: Bee mites!!!?
Evening Rob,
Yes, that's some kind of mite - but not bee-specific. As Elaine says they shouldn't hurt in low numbers, but of course if too many join then they can end up clogging spiracles or restricting wing movement.
In this case they appear to be mainly centred around the mesothorax between the wings, which could be a more concerning area for populations with regards to wing obstruction/spiracles. Hopefully they moved with the wing-movement.
Take care,
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