학술논문

First record of Leptusspp. (Acari: Erythraeidae) parasitizing stingless bees (Apidae: Meliponini)
Document Type
Article
Source
Journal of Apicultural Research; March 2024, Vol. 63 Issue: 2 p367-372, 6p
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ISSN
00218839; 20786913
Abstract
AbstractThe first occurrence of Leptusmites parasitizing different species of stingless bees is reported. The samples were collected in the Argentinian province of Misiones on flowers and managed stingless bee colonies. Although the frequency registered was very low, the current report is relevant as it will drive research efforts on the understanding of parasite-host dynamics, consequences at the community level, and disease management in wild and productive contexts.