Co2 Varroa Tester, Precision Mite Detection for Bee Health

• Varroa CO2 Tester: Quick Varroa Mite Check
• Safe for Bees: Non-lethal CO2 anaesthetic method.
• Efficient Sampling: Works with just 200 bees per test.
• Simple Process: Anesthetize bees, shake to dislodge mites, and count for infestation levels.
• Bee-Friendly: Bees recover and rejoin the hive.
• Economical: A single 16-gram CO2 bottle serves for 4-6 tests.
• Usage Tip: Start CO2 flow slowly due to high bottle pressure.

Steps To Use Varroa CO2 Tester:

1. Select Bees: Gently collect 200 bees from a brood frame, being careful not to include the queen.
2. Anesthetize: Expose the collected bees to CO2 gas for 10-20 seconds to anaesthetize them.
3. Shake to Detect: Vigorously shake the container with the Varroa counter for 10 seconds.
4. Count Mites: Observe as the mites, disoriented by the CO2, detach from the bees, allowing for easy counting and hive infestation assessment.
5. Recovery: Place bees back near the hive entrance; they will revive shortly and rejoin the colony.
6. CO2 Usage: Utilize 16-gram CO2 cartridges, with one cartridge sufficient for 4-6 tests.

Please note: CO2 cartridge is not included due to aviation security regulations.