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Two years on, Karnataka beekeepers continue to face threat from small hive beetle

By Rashmi PatilOctober 28, 20264 min read at The Hindu

In brief

Around 800 honey bee colonies were destroyed in 25 days in Karnataka due to the small hive beetle, a problem that has persisted for two years.

Researchers at the University of Agricultural Sciences Bangalore have identified the beetle as a destructive invasive species.

Beekeepers and officials are calling for a coordinated solution to prevent ecological and agricultural damage.

Written by a model, not by The Hindu · not verifiedGenerated October 28, 2026

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Published - October 28, 2026 06:00 am IST - Bengaluru

Around 800 colonies of honey bees were destroyed in a span of 25 days due to the attack of the small hive beetle, recently. | Photo Credit: The Hindu

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