Title: Why Are the Bees Disappearing?
Headings: Why Are the Bees Disappearing?
Why Are the Bees Disappearing?
Why Are the Bees Disappearing?
Pesticides
Poor nutrition
Varroa Mites and other viruses
Environmental stressors
Summing up

Content: Scientists indicate that 20 years ago, 20 mites found among a hundred bees represented a concern. But now, 3 mites among 100 bees bear the same level of threat. Mites represent one of the most crucial problems regarding the global bee population. VanEngelsdorp argues that before the varroa mite spread all over the globe, beekeepers thought that it’s a tragedy when they lose 10% of their bees over the winter. Back in the 1970s, losing 10% of your bees was impossible, being considered a very high rate of loss. After varroa mites have spread, the rate of loss increased to at least 15%. Nevertheless, specialists noticed lower levels of mites in the fall of 2016. This may be due to an essential oil used in mite control products. This ingredient usually breaks down when exposed to hot temperatures. During the milder winter, it has stayed put.