Saprophytic fungus collection by Africanized bees in Brazil.
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چکیده
Cladosporium sp. collection by bees (Apis mellifera L.) was observed in Brazil at an apiary located in Minas Gerais, during November 10-23, 2005, characterized by high air relative humidity and low availability of food resources (pollen and nectar).The nutritional composition of the fungi pellets presented high protein value, ethereal extract and organic matter.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Neotropical entomology
دوره 38 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2009