About mites

[AntChina]

Hello,In Europe, it is how to kill the mites?
A friend gave me a (Camponotus ligniperda) colonies, but unfortunately they Queen who has mites, I do not know how to kill mites, asking for everyone's help. Thank you!

[Imago]

Hello AntChina!

You can try to remove the mites with a soft brush. Especially when only a Gyne is infected, you can achieve good results. Even a dry climate can make a difference, Camponotus ligniperdus comes with drought along well. Also predatory mites should probably get good results.

LG Stevie