New artificial intelligence technology used to protect bees from Varroa Destructor mite – ABC News

Australia has a new weapon in the fight against the Varroa Destructor mite that has devastated bee populations in other countries and wrecked industries worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
Key points:

• The new sentinel hives can photograph bees and detect any abnormalities
• The technology involves a 360 degrees camera and artificial intelligence
• Biosecurity inspectors say it will make detection of threats such as Varroa mites much easier

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