Bumble bee microbiota shows temporal succession and increase of lactic acid bacteria when exposed to outdoor environments

ConclusionThe bumble bee microbiota showed a dynamic temporal succession with distinct compositional changes and diversification over time when placed outdoor. The exposure of bumble bees to environmental conditions, or environmental microbes, increases dissimilarity and changes the gut-community composition. This shows the importance of environmental influences on the temporal dynamic and progression of the bumble bee microbiota.
Source: Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology - Category: Microbiology Source Type: research