Simple Summary The parasitic mite Varroa destructor is a major challenge to honey bee
populations worldwide. Some honey bee populations are resistant to the mite, but most of …

Honeybees are the most prevalent insect pollinator species; they pollinate a wide range of
crops. Colony collapse disorder (CCD), which is caused by a variety of biotic and abiotic …

The extensive annual loss of honey bees (Apis mellifera L.) represents a global problem
affecting agriculture and biodiversity. The parasitic mite Varroa destructor, associated with …

The honey bee (Apis mellifera) parasitic mite, Varroa destructor, is considered one of the
main causes of colony losses in European honey bee (EHB) populations around the world …

We examine evidence for natural selection resulting in Apis mellifera becoming tolerant or
resistant to Varroa mites in different bee populations. We discuss traits implicated in Varroa …

Varroatosis, caused by the Varroa destructor mite, is currently the most dangerous parasitic
disease threatening the survival of honey bees worldwide. Its adverse effect on the welfare …

This study was conducted to evaluate the Indiana “mite-biter” honey bee stock, which has
been selected for increased mutilation of Varroa destructor mites (“mite biting” behavior). A …

While many studies have examined the effects of neonicotinoid insecticides and the
parasitic mite Varroa destructor on honey bees (Apis mellifera), more information on the …

Varroa destructor is considered one of the greatest threats to the health of the honey bee, A.
mellifera. In recent years, there has been a considerable increase in the number of studies …

Simple Summary The interaction of small mammals in the ecosystem is not limited to
humans and other wildlife; it also includes organisms that inhibit their bodies, so-called …