Overwintering Honey Bee Colonies: Effect of Worker Age and Climate on the Hindgut Microbiota

Honey bee overwintering health is essential to meet the demands of spring pollination. Managed honey bee colonies are overwintered in a variety of climates, and increasing rates of winter colony loss have prompted investigations into overwintering management, including indoor climate controlled over...

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Main Authors: Patrick W. Maes, Amy S. Floyd, Brendon M. Mott, Kirk E. Anderson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Insects
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/12/3/224