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Infestation of greater wax moth Galleria mellonella in Apis mellifera colonies in Jodhpur (Rajasthan)

Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies · 2020 · Vol. 8(5) · pp. 1194–1197

Shiwani Bhatnagar✉Raj Kumar SumanNeha SharmaMamta Sankhla

Abstract

In present study seasonal infestation of Greater wax moth Galleria mellonella was recorded in Apis mellifera colonies during February to July 2020. The results revealed that during colder months of Feb. and March there was no infestation of wax moth. The infestation was first noticed in the month of April which increased in May-June. The highest infestation was recorded in the month of July. Percentage infestation varied from 35% in the month of April to 80% in the month of July.

Agricultural pest management studies Agricultural Economics and Practices Agricultural Practices and Plant GeneticsInfestationGalleria mellonellaWaxBiologyVeterinary medicineHorticultureMedicineVirulence

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