Description
Book SynopsisHoneybees are an important link in our food chain because they are major pollinators of food crops. In recent years, honeybee populations have declined precipitously perhaps due to changes in their microbiome. This book describes and identifies the bee microbiome using a proteomics technology. Chapters include the detection and identification of microbes found in honeybees collected around the United States. This book contains new data and illustrates the rich diversity of microbes as collected by honeybees. It is a must read for everyone concerned about the honeybee and working in the industry.
Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. Author/Editor Biographies. Abstract. List of Abbreviations. Microbe Diversity in Honeybees. Mass Spectrometry Proteomics. Apis. Bee Gut. Coronavirus. Bacteria. Fungi. Nosema. Viruses. Water Microbes (EPA Standards). Discussion. Bibliography. Appendix A – National Average for Bacteria. Appendix B – California Region Average for Bacteria. Appendix C – Florida Region Average for Bacteria. Appendix D – Idaho Region Average for Bacteria. Appendix E – Iowa Region Average for Bacteria. Appendix F – Montana Regional Average for Bacteria. Appendix G – National Average for Fungi. Appendix H – California Region Average for Fungi. Appendix I – Florida Region Average for Fungi. Appendix J – Idaho Region Average for Fungi. Appendix K – Iowa Region Average for Fungi. Appendix L – Montana Region Average for Fungi. Appendix M – National Average for Viruses. Appendix N – California Region Average for Viruses. Appendix O – Florida Region Average for Viruses. Appendix P – Idaho Region Average for Viruses. Appendix Q – Iowa Region Average for Viruses. Appendix R – Montana Region Average for Viruses. Index.
