Wax moth impacts on honey bee colonies

Wax moths insidiously infiltrate honey bee colonies, laying their eggs within the comb's heart. As their larvae emerge, a destructive feast ensues, consuming beeswax, pollen, and hive debris. The once-pristine comb succumbs to extensive damage, jeopardizing the hive's structural integrity. This turmoil disrupts hive organization, challenging bees to maintain their activities effectively. Furthermore, the aftermath invites the ominous risk of diseases, fostering the growth of pathogens and molds. The weakened hive becomes a vulnerable target, threatening the overall health of the honey bee colony. Amid this chaos, honey production dwindles, as bees redirect energy from foraging to repair the ravaged comb, a testament to nature's delicate balance disrupted by the wax moth's intrusion.