A novel method in small hive beetle rearing. Issue 3 (27th May 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Stuhl, Charles J.
• Is Part Of: Journal of apicultural research. Volume 62:Issue 3(2023)
• Page Start: 502
• Page End: 506
• Publication Date: 2023-05-27
• Subjects: Aethina tumida -- Apis mellifera -- insect laboratory rearing -- pollen patties; Bee culture -- Periodicals; Bee culture; Periodicals; 638.105
• DOI: 10.1080/00218839.2022.2130596
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0021-8839

Abstract

Abstract: Research to investigate the small hive beetle, Aethina tumida, and its effects on the honey bee requires a consistent supply of healthy beetles. This protocol describes an effective rearing method for the small hive beetle using commercially available pollen patties and equipment that can easily be constructed from local sources. In this protocol, a method is described that allows for many thousands of healthy beetles to be reared weekly in a confined space. This knowledge is a crucial step for the advancement of research studies and the development of management protocols for the small hive beetle.