Over 1,000 beehives destroyed in ACT due to varroa mite outbreak, prompting calls for monitoring and beekeeper registration
The situation surrounding the varroa mite outbreak in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) continues to escalate as over 1,000 beehives have been confirmed destroyed due to the infestation. This alarming spread of the parasite, first identified in the ACT in April last year, has had a significant impact on local beekeepers and the wider ecological community. The ACT's Biosecurity Engagement Officer is urging residents to actively monitor their beehives and register as beekeepers to combat the spread of this detrimental pest. Statistics shared by experts indicate that half of the ACT's approximately 6,000 beehives have been affected by the varroa... [Continue Reading]
