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Using a jewellers loupe works to view unkowns
Thanks for that B+. wasn't quite sure of the one on its side on the right.... different angle.
Its amazing how, at this time of year, the wax cappings can look like varroa. I put that piece at the top in to show how careful you have to be.
I've seen people doing it unaided, or even with a little (4*) magnification, but they must have better eye sight than I have. I use 20* microscope to be as accurate as I can be. If the floor is divided into a grid and you use a tally counter, its much easier to be accurate.[/QUOTE
I've been looking for a grid/ sticky floor. What is the term I need to use for searxh? Thx
And how many are dead, the clue is if you can spot the vapor trails they leave behind.
I've been looking for a grid/ sticky floor. What is the term I need to use for searxh? Thx
Do yourself a favour and buy one of these too ([ame="http://www.amazon.co.uk/RelX-Handheld-Tally-Counter-Digit/dp/B000I6R1PS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1459371301&sr=8-1&keywords=tally+counter"]RelX Handheld Tally Counter 4 Digit Ref 2410: Amazon.co.uk: Kitchen & Home[/ame]). It makes mite counting so much easierYes, that's what I have... A wooden insert - thin ply. I'll buy some sticky back. Cheers
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