Methoprene and Temperature Stimulation of Emergence and Longevity in Adults of Osmia Rufa L. (Megachilidae; Apoidea) During Wintering Period
In this study methoprene, a juvenile hormone analogues, was tested as a factor that stimulates the end of diapause, bee activation and emergence. In addition, the survival of bees was checked when combined with an application of methoprene. The experimental activation of wintering bees was carried o...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2017-06-01
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| Series: | Journal of Apicultural Science |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1515/jas-2017-0012 |