Varoina

Varoina is not a widely recognized scientific name and is most frequently encountered as a variant spelling or typographical error of Varroa, the genus of parasitic mites that attack honey bees. In other, less common uses, Varoina may appear as a surname, placename, or coined term in informal contexts, but it lacks an established, distinct definition in major taxonomic or geographic reference works.

When used in reference to Varroa, the likely intended subject is Varroa destructor, an external parasitic mite of honey bees (Apis spp.). Varroa mites feed on the hemolymph and fat bodies of adult bees and developing brood, weakening individual bees and contributing to colony decline. Infestations facilitate transmission of viral pathogens, reduce brood viability, and can precipitate colony collapse if left unmanaged. The mites reproduce within capped brood cells, making control challenging.

Management of Varroa infestations typically involves integrated pest management strategies: monitoring infestation levels, cultural practices (e.g., brood manipulation and breeding for resistant stock), and chemical treatments such as miticides used according to label instructions to minimize residues and resistance. Research continues into biological controls, selective breeding for Varroa-sensitive hygiene, and novel treatment methods.

Because "Varoina" is not established in scientific literature, users seeking authoritative information on mite-related threats to honey bees should consult sources under the accepted name Varroa, particularly Varroa destructor.