Description

Varroa Sticky Mats – Description & Uses

An Essential Tool for Varroa Mite Monitoring

Varroa Sticky Mats are a simple and effective tool for beekeepers to monitor Varroa destructor mite levels within their beehives. Placed on the hive floor beneath a mesh or screened bottom board, the sticky surface captures mites that naturally fall from bees and brood combs, helping beekeepers assess mite activity within the colony.

Key Features

• Varroa Monitoring: Captures fallen mites for easier inspection and counting.
• Easy to Use: Designed for convenient placement beneath a screened hive floor.
• Non-Invasive Monitoring: Allows mite levels to be checked without directly handling bees.
• Practical Hive Management: Helps beekeepers track mite numbers over time and identify when further monitoring or treatment may be necessary.

Advantages

• Provides a straightforward way to observe natural mite fall.
• Helps identify changes in mite activity between inspections.
• Supports informed decisions about Varroa management.
• Suitable for routine hive monitoring as part of an integrated pest management program.

How to Use

1. Place the sticky mat beneath the screened bottom board, following the product instructions.
2. Leave it in place for the recommended monitoring period.
3. Remove and inspect the mat, counting the mites caught on the sticky surface.
4. Record the results and compare them with previous counts to monitor changes in mite fall.