Published: September 07, 2022
Braula fly was first spotted in Victoria in August, prompting NSW government investigation into movement of beehives interstate
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An exotic species of bee parasite has been discovered in New South Wales following the alleged illegal movement of beehives from Victoria.
The NSW Department of Primary Industries confirmed the detection of braula fly in the state during varroa mite surveillance. The department is now investigating the movement of bees from Victoria.
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