Tropilaelaps mercedesae in Europe: Strengthening Surveillance and Preparedness Ahead of Introduction

One of the current emerging concerns for honey bee health and for the region Europe is the exotic mite Tropilaelaps mercedesae. This parasite, which is not yet
established in Europe, is progressively expanding its geographic range towards the region and now warrants urgent and coordinated preparedness by all Members.

WOAH and its Working Group on Wildlife remain available to support Members in risk assessment, preparedness, surveillance and response. Members may also draw upon technical resources and expertise available through the WOAH Reference Laboratory Network for rabies, and the United Against Rabies Forum to strengthen national and regional capacities for rabies prevention and control.