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Verroa Mite SPH 2204 Attached to thorax of honey Bee drone. Verroa / Apis mellifera © Steve Hopkin / ARDEA LONDON

Verroa Mite SPH 2204 Attached to thorax of honey Bee drone. Verroa  /  Apis mellifera © Steve Hopkin  /  ARDEA LONDON


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Verroa Mite SPH 2204 Attached to thorax of honey Bee drone. Verroa / Apis mellifera © Steve Hopkin / ARDEA LONDON

SPH-2204
Verroa (Varroa) Mite
Attached to thorax of Honeybee drone
Verroa / Apis mellifera
Verroa mite is major cause in the decline in of honey production in UK bee keeping, as mite kills the bee
Steve Hopkin
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Buzzing with Intrigue - A Close Encounter of the Mite Kind!

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. In this snapshot, we witness a fascinating moment in the secret lives of bees. The Verroa (Varroa) Mite, a notorious parasite known for wreaking havoc on honeybee colonies, is caught red-handed clinging onto the thorax of a male honey bee drone. It's like witnessing an insect version of Mission Impossible! With its microscopic size and intricate details, this print by Steve Hopkin from ARDEA LONDON brings us face to face with nature's tiny troublemaker. The mite's presence serves as a reminder that even in the world of buzzing harmony, there are always unexpected challenges lurking around. The image showcases the delicate balance between predator and prey in our ecosystem. As these two species coexist within their European habitat, it sparks curiosity about how honeybees navigate their daily lives while combating such formidable foes. Beekeeping enthusiasts will surely be captivated by this up-close encounter with one of their greatest adversaries. And let's not forget to appreciate SPH-2204’s keen eye for capturing such an extraordinary moment! So next time you see a busy bee buzzing past your garden flowers, take a closer look – who knows what hidden dramas may unfold beneath those delicate wings!

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