Dynamics of the Honeybee (<i>Apis mellifera</i>) Gut Microbiota Throughout the Overwintering Period in Canada

Microbial symbionts inhabiting the honeybee gut (i.e., gut microbiota) are essential for food digestion, immunity, and gut protection of their host. The taxonomic composition of the gut microbiota is dynamic throughout the honeybee life cycle and the foraging season. However, it remains unclear how...

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Main Authors: Naomie Bleau, Sidki Bouslama, Pierre Giovenazzo, Nicolas Derome
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-07-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/8/8/1146