ArticleGenetics and molecular biology2025
Fungal diversity in larval diets of Melipona interrupta: Impacts on queen development and survival.
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Stingless bees like Melipona interrupta play vital ecological roles and rely on diverse microbial communities in their larval food. This study investigated the impact of fungal diversity on larval development and caste differentiation. Fungi isolated from brood cell food were identified morphologically and molecularly, with Fomitopsis sp. and Zygosaccharomyces sp. showing high prevalence. Artificial larval rearing was conducted using sterilized and non-sterilized food inoculated with these fungi. Zygosaccharomyces sp. significantly enhanced survival rates and queen production, achieving results comparable to natural conditions, while Fomitopsis sp. had a modest effect. Statistical analyses confirmed significant associations between fungal treatments and larval outcomes. These findings underscore the functional role of fungi in M. interrupta larval nutrition and offer potential applications in sustainable meliponiculture.
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