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  2. Penn State Extension
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    A Quick Reference Guide to Honey Bee Parasites, …

    • Varroa mite
      The varroa mite is considered by many to be the most serious malady of honey bees. It now occurs nearly worldwide. This extern… See more

    Honey Bee Development

    Queen honey bee
    A healthy honey bee colony has three distinct types of individuals: queen, worker, and drone. The queen is an especially important in… See more

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    Brood Diseases

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    Adult Diseases

    Paralysis
    Bald, shaking honey bees relegated to the outer frames of the hive are suffering from paralysis. Two different viruses, chronic bee paralysi… See more

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    MAAREC is an official activity of honey bee researchers and extension educators in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington… See more

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  1. Honey Bee Parasites, Pests, and Predators

    • Bee louse (Braula coeca) Braula coeca, commonly known as the bee louse, is actually a wingless fly. ...
    • Greater wax moth (Galleria mellonella) Larvae of the greater wax moth cause considerable damage to beeswax combs left unattended by bees. ...
    • Spiders, earwigs, and cockroaches Beehives provide shelter to a number of large and small arthropods such as spiders, earwigs, and cockroaches. ...
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    What parasites eat honey bees?
    The varroa mite is considered by many to be the most serious malady of honey bees. It now occurs nearly worldwide. This external parasite feeds on the fat bodies of adult bees, prepupae, and pupae. A second mite that infests honey bees is the honey bee tracheal mite.

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    What are the side effects of eating too much honey?

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    Master of Science (M.S.) in Nutrition · 15 years of exp

    Consuming too much honey will result in side effects similar to eating any concentrated sugar in excess. The most notable and reliable short-term effect would be a stomach ache and a blood sugar spike. If consumed regularly and in excess, the most likely side effect would be weight gain and possibly obesity from increased caloric intake. One tablespoon of honey contains about 64 calories, and for comparison, one tablespoon of table sugar contains about 48 calories. Obesity puts individuals at increased risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. How an individual responds to increased carbohydrate consumption in the short term is variable. For some people, isolated honey intake may improve mood after 60 minutes of ingestion, and it may decrease short-term cognition and increase fatigue in some people. To satisfy the desire for something sweet daily, choose whole fruits, which also contain other beneficial substances like fiber, antioxidants like vitamin C, and polyphenols.
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    What are the most common honey bee predators?
    (*Note: This section does not cover all possible honey bee predators. Please refer to the “reference” for a comprehensive list.) Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Learn about the most common predators of honey bees, including bears, skunks, raccoons, and more.

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    Why do honey bees have pests and parasites?
    The honey bee is no exception. It has its share of pests, parasites and predators that attempt through every means possible to invade their territory. Humans have contributed greatly to the increase in honey bee pests and parasites. This has come about through the importation and export of bees to and from countries all over the world.

    An Introduction to Honey Bee Pests, Parasites and Predators

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  3. BeeKeepClub
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    An Introduction to Honey Bee Pests, Parasites and …

    WEBMay 4, 2023 · In the US, bee farmers have been affected greatly by the prevalence of bee pests, parasites and predators. Irrespective of the widespread infestation of honey bee pests and parasites, these enemies …

     
  4. Bee Professor
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    17 Honey Bee Threats – Pests, Predators, Disease - Bee Professor

  5. University of Delaware Botanic Gardens
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    Honey Bee Parasites, Pests, Predators and Diseases

    WEBHoney Bee Parasites, Pests, Predators and Diseases. The key to protecting honey bee colonies from harmful diseases, parasites and other problems is the ability to identify problems early.

  6. Betterbee
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    Protect Your Honey Bees From Pests & Enemies

    WEBHow to Protect Your Hive From Common Bee Predators and Parasites. As you plan your apiary, it’s essential to understand that honey bees have many predators and natural enemies. From bears to varroa mites, honey bees …

  7. Wise Beekeeping
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    Honey Bee Predators: Identifying and Preventing …

    WEBPredators such as raccoons, skunks, and bears are known to attack honey bee colonies, causing significant damage to the bee population. These predators can kill adult bees, larvae, and even the queen bee, leading to a …

  8. psu.edu
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  10. pollenpaths.com
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    Protecting Your Honey Bees: Common Predators And How To

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