The Effect of Migratory Beekeeping on the Infestation Rate of Parasites in Honey Bee (<i>Apis mellifera</i>) Colonies and on Their Genetic Variability

The Effect of Migratory Beekeeping on the Infestation Rate of Parasites in Honey Bee (<i>Apis mellifera</i>) Colonies and on Their Genetic Variability

Migratory beekeeping is a widely extended practice aimed at increasing the yield of products and pollination services of honey bee colonies. However, it represents a stress factor, as it facilitates the dissemination of diseases and may compromise the genetic identity of the colonies involved. To an...

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Main Authors: Laura Jara, Carlos Ruiz, Raquel Martín-Hernández, Irene Muñoz, Mariano Higes, José Serrano, Pilar De la Rúa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Microorganisms
Subjects:
managed colonies
parasitic infestation rate
<i>Varroa destructor</i>
<i>Nosema</i> spp.
deformed wing virus
genetic diversity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/9/1/22

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