Novel eDNA approaches to monitor Western honey bee (Apis mellifera L.) microbial and arthropod communities
Abstract Pests and pathogens are a continuous threat to the health of Western honey bee Apis mellifera L. Monitoring honey bee colonies for arthropod pests, disease‐causing bacteria and fungi, and early detection of new invasions is essential to maintain the pollination services provided by honey be...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2024-01-01
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Series: | Environmental DNA |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/edn3.419 |