New HONEY BEE study shows what VARROA MITE needs to survive

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In this episode of Inside The Hive TV, Dr. Boncristiani explores a new scientific study on the feeding habits of Varroa mites, a major pest of honey bees. The study reveals surprising findings about the mites' diet, challenging previous claims and highlighting the complexity of their feeding behavior. Dr. Boncristiani discusses the research in detail, explaining how the mites primarily feed on the fat bodies of adult bees but adjust their diet to hemolymph when feeding on pupae. The video emphasizes the need for a comprehensive understanding of mite feeding behavior to develop effective control strategies. Join Dr. Boncristiani as he delves into the fascinating world of honey bee research and encourages viewers to keep an open mind to new scientific discoveries. Don't miss this insightful episode of Inside The Hive TV, the show that takes you into the world of bees.
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[FrederickDunn]

143 THOUSAND Views in 9 Days! Wow, Humberto, you are onto something that is of significant interest apparently. It would be great to invite Dr. Ramsey for an interview to discuss his current thinking about the total mite diet. Before his studies, it was thought the mites fed on hemolymph alone. I think that would be a great update/conversation. This is a great topic, thanks for the update!

[TheJDiane]

Excellent scientific method, but even better thought processes for productive future testing!

[victoryfirst]

What I do not understand is my bees do not have verona mites. My problem is wax moths.

[aCanadianBeekeepersBlog]

Why are people so upset about the science done here to show a difference in mite diet? I don’t understand the controversy.

[melvynasplett]

I stopped using chemical’s in 2007 / 8 to control the varroa mites so the bees have learned to live with the varroa mite. I find I can split hives in the spring to make any losses that I have. I have open mesh Floors so plenty of air in the hive and not so much condensation and bees can remove the varroa might through the floor. I am wondering if the varroa might might be tolerated by the bees because they are doing some useful like job of cleaning the bees ( so are their smaller insects on the bees that are not visible to the human eye also we get brain washed by the chemical companies to keep playing with their chemicals when nature can find ways to correct the problems.

[liliworth]

Have you read any of Paul Stamets research about bees and mycelium? I believe you would both benefit from meeting each other.

[Bottom-up-beekeeping]

Excellent Humberto, really interesting topic and learned lots about varroa feeding on fat bodies and hemolymph at different honey bee life stages . Also, your explanation of scientific method was inspiring and reminded me of a quote, that greatest quality for a researcher is humility- to acknowledge that we may be wrong and look for new possibilities

[neilsmall]

How many types of mites are they. I have never had mites, we don't have it here on the island. Our bane is wax months. They will destroy a hive in no time.

[JoeCryptola-bm]

Dr Ramsey looks like the rapper Future 😂

[tektekcilikvedefinecilik]

hello, do I know if I can share your videos by making a voice response in another language, regards

[nsfjojo]

Bro you have gotten amazing at putting your videos together.

[mountainhobbit]

excellent as always Humberto, thank you.

[williamsummers]

It needs a long bee pupation period. A cold thin walled hive gives it to them by increasing the puparion period by up to 3 days.

[schulerimkereiobsflotwedel]

true words, thank you for your commitment in bees and increasing knowledge

[strifehellsing]

People get mad when you poke their favorite theory. Been a problem in science forever. As for me I just want to learn the best ways to keep my honeybees alive. If that means hopping on one foot and touching my nose then so be it.

[Backyard_gardening_beekeeping]

1:30. From the responses you received, it is obvious that there are a lot of crazy people, including crazy beekeepers😂😂

[Sebsbees]

Great information! Thank you! Unfortunately, hatred is spread all over the world, especially among some beekeepers, and scientists, in Eastern Europe where I live 🙁 Nevertheless, keep your channel going! You’ve got a new subscriber! 😊

[darius_il]

Bună!
Te urmaresc din Romania.
Succes in continuare!
M-am abonat👍

[JesseHart-re]

Sounds reasonable. Must be the mechanism that makes brood breaks work so well. Great video!

[babybeeapiaries]

Unfortunately that's where the world is today, "I haven't considered that idea, therefore you must be wrong." Wait. What?!? Thanks for the video.