There have been many theories about the cause of CCD, but the researchers who are leading the effort to find out why are now focused on these factors: Increased losses due to the invasive varroa mite (a pest of honey bees). New or emerging diseases such as Israeli Acute Paralysis virus and the gut parasite Nosema .
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Some of these methods include: replacing old comb with new comb every couple of years to prevent the build up of chemicals in old wax ; avoid stressing your bees by providing good ventilation and food when its scares; monitor Varroa mite (Not in Australia) in your colony and provide treatment if levels get out of …
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What Causes CCD?
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