Viruses that affect Apis mellifera and their occurrence in Brazil

ABSTRACT: Bees are very important insects for agriculture, fulfilling an important role in pollination and renewal of the ecosystem. However, in several countries significant losses of colonies and population decline of honeybees and native bees have been reported in recent years. Most researchers reported that premature losses are linked to several factors, including viruses that have a great impact on the colonies. This article reports the identification of new viruses, some transmission routes, the association of these parasites with the symptoms of the diseases that affect the health of honeybees, as well as viruses that have been described in Brazil.

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Main Authors: Chagas,Domitila Brzoskowski, Monteiro,Francielle Liz, Hübner,Silvia de Oliveira, Lima,Marcelo de, Fischer,Geferson
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Universidade Federal de Santa Maria 2019
Online Access:http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0103-84782019000900451
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