Varroa destructor, the Varroa mite, is an external parasitic mite that attacks and feeds on honey bees and is one of the most damaging honey bee pests in the world. [2][3] A significant mite infestation …

Species Profile: Varroa Mite. Most serious worldwide pest of the European honey bee (Apis mellifera) and a major cause of colony collapses (Anderson and Trueman 2000; Rosenkranz et al. 2010)

Feb 19, 2026 · The dangerous and parasitic mite of bee colonies causes bodily harm and spreads deadly viruses that have led to major colony losses across the country. A preferred method to control …

Dec 31, 2025 · The varroa mite (Varroa destructor), a parasitic mite, is a serious pest of the western honeybee (Apis mellifera). It is thought to be a major factor in colony collapse disorder (CCD) and …

4 days ago · The Varroa mite (Varroa destructor) is the most serious pest of honey bee colonies worldwide. This parasite was first detected in North Carolina in 1990, having been introduced to the …

Oct 5, 2025 · Varroa mites (Varroa destructor), are the most influential of all of the pests and diseases of the European honey bee (Apis mellifera) today.

May 13, 2025 · This fact sheet will explore the biology, lifecycle, and damage caused by Varroa mites. To learn more information about managing and treating Varroa mite infestations, see the …

Use this spreadsheet to track integrated pest management (IPM) activities for control of Varroa mites.

The parasitic mite, Varroa destructor, is beekeepers’ public enemy #1. This parasite is present in all honey bee colonies throughout the U.S and most of the world. Varroa harm the bees both by feeding …

Varroa mites are tiny external parasites that attach to honey bees, posing a significant threat to colonies. These mites feed on bees, weakening them and making them susceptible to various health issues.