Deformed wing viruses are transmitted to bees by parasitic Varroa mites (IMAGE)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

Deformed wing viruses are transmitted to bees by parasitic Varroa mites

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Deformed wing viruses are transmitted to bees by parasitic Varroa mites and can cause wing abnormalities and affect neurological functions.

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OIST

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