Ant (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) pests of honey bee colonies in Cameroon

Publication Type

Journal Article

Journal Name

Journal of Apicultural Research

Name of Author

David Tembong Cham, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology Nairobi
Ayuka Teboh Fombong, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology Nairobi
Paul Nduati Ndegwa, University of Nairobi
Lucy Wachuhi Irungu, University of Nairobi
Suresh Kumar Raina, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology Nairobi

Publication Date

1-1-2024

Abstract

Global reports of ant-honey bee interactions show that the former threatens the latter’s existence and the sustainability of the beekeeping sector. However, little is known about existing ant species and their impact on managed honey bees, especially in Africa. This research identifies ant species and their interactions with managed honey bee colonies in Cameroon.

Keywords

Africa, Agroecological zones, Apis mellifera, damage pattern, Interspecific interactions

Recommended Citation

Tembong Cham, D., Teboh Fombong, A., Nduati Ndegwa, P., Wachuhi Irungu, L., & Kumar Raina, S. (2024). Ant (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) pests of honey bee colonies in Cameroon. Journal of Apicultural Research https://doi.org/10.1080/00218839.2024.2343981