Deformed wings ?

Started by kalium, April 23, 2015, 04:38:49 AM

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kalium

Hi, I just noticed a drone hanging around the entrance, and his wings didn't look quite right. In fact, they were not really there!.

I didn't notice any other bees with the same issue, I haven't opened up the hive up either to take a look.

Any idea what it might be?

http://imgur.com/4fTFvTS



OldMech

Probably DWV (Deformed wing virus) from varroa mites.  Do a mite count and treat if needed!
39 Hives and growing.  Havent found the end of the comfort zone yet.

Richard M

My bees turfed the drones out for winter a few weeks ago - maybe he lost his when he was being beaten up and thrown out?

We don't yet have Varroa in Australia.



ozbee

just winter coming  no free lunch for drones when not needed    no varrora in aus