Acute bee paralysis virus (ABPV), Kashmir bee virus (KBV) and Israeli acute paralysis virus
(IAPV) are part of a complex of closely related viruses from the Family Dicistroviridae. These …

Until the late 1980s, specific viral infections of the honey bee were generally considered
harmless in all countries. Then, with the worldwide introduction of the ectoparasite mite …

The health and vigour of honeybee colonies are threatened by numerous parasites (such as
Varroa destructor and Nosema spp.) and pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, protozoa …

Knowledge regarding the honey bee pathogens borne by invasive bee pests remains
scarce. This investigation aimed to assess the presence in Aethina tumida (small hive …

Abstract Information concerning the pathogenic role of honey bee viruses in invasive
species are still scarce. The aim of this investigation was to assess the presence of several …

Queen fecundity is a critical issue for the health of honeybee (Apis mellifera L.) colonies, as
she is the only reproductive female in the colony and responsible for the constant renewal of …

The Argentine ant (Linepithema humile) is a highly invasive pest, yet very little is known
about its viruses. We analysed individual RNA-sequencing data from 48 Argentine ant …

Loss of natural enemies during colonization is a prominent hypothesis explaining enhanced
performance of invasive species in introduced areas. Numerous studies have tested this …

Viruses of the European honeybee, Apis mellifera L. are known to reside at low levels in
colonies, typically showing no apparent signs of infection. Using reverse transcription-PCR …

Like all other organisms, ants can be afflicted by a large number of microbial parasites and
pathogens. In response, ants have evolved a range of immune defenses. Here we review …