Carpoglyphus lactis (Acari: Astigmata) from various dried fruits differed in associated microorganisms

ConclusionsThe treatment and pretreatment of mites by antibiotics did not reveal the presence of antagonistic bacteria which might slow down the C. lactis population growth. The shifts of the microbial community in the gut of C. lactis were induced by the diet changes. The identified yeasts and bacteria are suggested as the main food source of stored product mites on dried fruits. Significance and Impact of the StudyThe study describes the adaptation of C. lactis to feeding on dried fruits including the interaction with microorganisms. We also identified potentially pathogenic bacteria carried by the mites to dried fruits for human consumption.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Journal of Applied Microbiology - Category: Microbiology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research