We followed changes in the level of phospho-MAP kinases in the greater wax moth Galleria mellonella after infection with Bacillus thuringiensis. We observed an enhanced level of phosphorylated p38 and JNK in fat bodies of the infected larvae. In hemocytes, injection of B. thuringiensis caused the highest increase in phospho-JNK, however, all pathways were activated after aseptic injection. We r...

The greater wax moth, Galleria mellonella (L.) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae), has gathered widespread interest in the biomedical research community as an alternative non-mammalian model to study bacterial and fungal infections humans. Nevertheless, most laboratories rely on commercial breeding companies that grow these larvae bulk. Variation rearing conditions between shipping of affects response G....

the beet moth, scrobipalpa ocellatella is recognized as a widespread agricultural pest. cold hardiness strategy of the beet moth larvae was investigated through monitoring seasonal changes at supercooling points and lower lethal temperatures. furthermore, the role of microhabitat in winter survival was studied. the mean scps of the last instar larvae was not significantly different from novembe...

The resources available to an individual in any given environment are finite, and variation in life history traits reflect differential allocation of these resources to competing life functions. Nutritional quality of food is of particular importance in these life history decisions. In this study, we tested trade-offs among growth, immunity and survival in 3 groups of greater wax moth (Galleria...

The greater wax moth, Galleria mellonella caused damage to honey bee colonies which results in heavy economic losses beekeepers. present study entitled “Evaluation of structural modifications on Bee hives using different types bottom board materials against moth L. (Pyralidae, Lepidoptera) infesting Apis cerana indica F. Colonies”. revealed that the incidence larvae treatments board, laminated ...

Abstract Background Because of its ability to absorb UV radiation and possess catalytic, antibacterial, semiconducting properties, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) are increasingly being used in consumer goods. so often, accurate methods for determining any associated toxicity crucial. The greater wax moth, Galleria mellonella (L.) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) is a suitable experimental model org...