One of my friend bought a bee from China. It is very expensive, 1000USD.

He told me when he got him, yesterday. he was full with mites, after soak in the water, there are around 40+ came out. ( he already know how to deal with that)

The problem is, the bee looks weak, and always has his head turned upside down. Here are the pictures of the head. Is this normal? He is very worried right now.

He contacted the seller, the seller in China said this is normal. really?