Tropilaelaps (Tropi) Mites
As of the writing of this post in early 2026, Tropilaelaps (tropi) mites are not in North America. As a beekeeper, these are terrifying pests. Varroa is bad enough. It’s […]
The pests and diseases that plague bees.
As of the writing of this post in early 2026, Tropilaelaps (tropi) mites are not in North America. As a beekeeper, these are terrifying pests. Varroa is bad enough. It’s […]
Parasitic mites that affect the breathing tube (tracheae) of adult honey bees, cause colony loss. Difficult to diagnose, there are a few symptoms that are visible.
It may seem like these better known pests wouldn’t be much of a problem for a strong, healthy honeybee colony. Especially in comparison to the varroa mite. Ants will loot
Nosema Nosema apis, a microscopic fungus that affects honeybee colonies. It is very serious, causing losses in autumn and spring. It can be treated with antibiotic – fumagillin – obtained
Yellow Jackets Much like a honeybee, a yellow jacket can sting except she can sting multiple times unlike a honeybee. Yellow jackets are actually wasps and while they are beneficial
Parasitic Mite Syndrome, Deformed Wing Virus and Bee Paralysis are caused by the varroa mite. Parasitic Mite Syndrome [PMS] Symptoms of PMS are spotty brood pattern with sunken, dark, torn
< Home < Back to Meet the Bees Bee Louse I can’t say I’ve had experience with the bee louse. Not a major threat, they are wingless flies seen on
Small hive beetle [SHB] is an invasive pest in a honeybee colony. If left unchecked, they will take over. You may ask yourself how a beekeeper mitigates the problem. There
<Home < Back to Meet the Bees Mice Mice are generally only problematic when the weather turns cold. Naturally, they seek shelter and what better place than a beehive with