Tag Archive for 'Apilactobacillus'

An overview of the ecology of Ptiloglossa arizonensis in southeastern Arizona, showing major nectar (Agave) and pollen (Solanum) sources used to provision the larvae. Image credit: Hammer et al., doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1114849.

Cellophane Bees ‘Brew’ Liquid Food for Their Offspring, New Study Finds

Sep 4, 2023 by News Staff

Cellophane bees of the genus Ptiloglossa culture multiple species and strains of Apilactobacillus bacteria (family Lactobacillaceae), which circulate among...