> T. clareae can become a serious problem in temperate zones.—Woyke
In the article below, Phokasem and collaborators discuss the pre and post-capping feeding habits of T. mercedesae, the most populous species in the world. Without the benefit of studies, it is often discussed that a broodless period will provide a barrier to entry.
Phokasem, P., de Guzman, L.I., Khongphinitbunjong, K. et al. Feeding by Tropilaelaps mercedesae on pre- and post-capped brood increases damage to Apis mellifera colonies. Sci Rep 9, 13044 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-49662-4
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