Honey Bee Medicine for the Veterinary Practitioner: A Comprehensive Guide to Bee Health

Edited by Terry Ryan Kane and Cynthia M. Faux, this essential guide provides authoritative information on honey bee health and hive management, making it a valuable resource for veterinarians, veterinary students, veterinary technicians, scientists, and apiarists.

A Broad Range of Topics Covered

The book covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Basic husbandry and hive management
• Equipment and safety protocols
• Anatomy and genetics of honey bees
• Diagnosis and management of diseases affecting honey bees
• Up-to-date information on Varroa and other bee pests
• Honey bee pharmacology and toxicology
• Native bee ecology and conservation

A Practical Resource for Veterinary Practitioners

This comprehensive guide provides veterinary practitioners with the knowledge and skills necessary to:

• Answer commonly asked questions related to honey bee health
• Facilitate hive examinations and develop effective management strategies
• Handle questions and hive calls with confidence

Enhanced with Visual Aids

The book includes:

• Helpful photographs and line drawings to illustrate key concepts
• Clear and concise tables and graphs to support data-driven decision-making

Book Details

Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Publication Date: April 27, 2021

Language: English

Format: Hardcover, 420 pages

ISBN-10: 1119583373

ISBN-13: 978-1119583370

eText ISBN: 9781119583233, 9781119583424

Item Weight: 1.47 pounds