Varroa Mite Control Canberra

For years, Australia was the only country in the world that didn’t have Varroa mites. Unfortunately, these pests were recently found in beehives throughout New South Wales and the ACT. These tiny parasites can wreak havoc on your garden and local beehives and spread disease. Varroa mites are a type of parasitic mite that affects honeybees. These mites attach themselves to the bees and feed on their blood, which weakens the bees and can eventually kill them.

That’s why it’s crucial to get rid of Varroa mites as soon as possible. Our team at Canberra Pest Exterminators has experience in Varroa mite control. We will come to your home or business and assess the situation. Then we will develop a customised plan to get rid of the Varroa mites. We use only the most effective methods and products available so that you can be sure Canbber Pest Exterminators will eliminate mites quickly and efficiently.

What are Varroa Mites?

Varroa mites are tiny arachnids that are parasitic in nature. They are known for their ability to infect and feed on honey bees, causing significant damage to these vital pollinators. These tiny mites attach themselves to bees and feed on their blood, resulting in weakness, malformed wings, and even death.

Although varroa mites were initially introduced to the United States from Asia, they are now a widespread pest that has devastating effects on honey bee populations. In addition to attacking honey bees directly, varroa mites also serve as carriers of several dangerous viruses that threaten commercial and wild honey bees. Despite ongoing efforts to control varroa mite populations through chemical treatments, they continue to pose a significant threat to this important insect species.

Symptoms of Varroa Mites

The first step in solving any problem is identifying that there is one in the first place. So, how can you tell if you have a varroa mite infestation? Unfortunately, they’re so small that they’re often hard to spot with the naked eye. However, there are some telltale signs you can look for, including:

• Bees with deformed wings
• Bees with short wings
• A decrease in the size of your bee population
• An increase in the number of dead bees around your property

If you notice any of these symptoms, it’s time to give us a call. We’ll come out and assess the situation, and if we determine that you have a varroa mite infestation, we’ll get to work immediately on getting rid of them.

Our Varroa Mite Pest Control Process

Once we’ve determined that you have a varroa mite infestation, we’ll begin our proven process for getting rid of them. This process includes:

1. Inspect your property and beehives.

2. Treat your property with an insecticide specifically designed to kill varroa mites.

3. Applying a miticide to any affected bees.

4. Providing recommendations for preventing future infestations.

5. Scheduling follow-up appointments to ensure the infestation is eradicated.

We know how destructive these little pests can be, so we take care to get rid of them quickly and efficiently. You can rest assured that your bee population is in good hands when you call Canberra Pest Exterminators.

Varroa Mite Pest Control

Don’t let varroa mites ruin your bee population–call Canberra Pest Exterminators at the first sign of trouble! We’ll come out and quickly assess the situation before working on eradicating the problem. With our years of experience and proven process, you can rest assured knowing your bees are in good hands when you call us.