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Date: | Fri, 16 May 2008 08:17:36 -0400 |
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>I would venture that what most are really talking about is a weakened
bee, not an immune system…”
Perhaps, a weakened bee, IS a weaken immune system, as most of the bees
immunity to disease is weighted on the behavioral side, stresses which
weaken the bee are known to affect a colonies abilities on many levels.
The honeybee genome project has revealed fewer genes for honey bee
immunity to disease, this, they theorize it is because they are simply not
needed, being compensated by enhanced behavioral traits such as hygienic
behavior and propolis, brood rearing etc.
Therefore, when talking about the bees immune system, it MUST always be
with the inclusion of pest and disease suppressing traits at the colony
level, as well as immunity at the individual bee level. Subsequently,
stress weakening the bee, will also weaken the bees immunity.
Best Wishes,
Joe
feralbeeproject.com
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