Small hive beetle

An African beetle that has spread worldwide and can destroy stored comb and honey.

Beekeeping

Definition

Aethina tumida larvae tunnel through comb, spoiling honey and causing it to ferment and run. Native to sub-Saharan Africa, where African honey bees manage it, and considerably more damaging in colonies of European stock. Now established across the Americas, Australia and parts of Europe.

See also

Other beekeeping terms

Sources

Sources

  • The Biology of the Honey BeeHarvard University Press (1987) · Textbook
  • Assessment Report on Pollinators, Pollination and Food ProductionIntergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) (2016) · Systematic review Link

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