World Heritage Site:
Mount Huangshan
Publication Year:
2016
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHEAD3186F36D
Summary
Research on Mount Huangshan's honey bee populations (Apis cerana) reveals distinct genetic structures, with 16 microsatellite loci analyzed across seven populations. The study found significant variation in allele frequencies and heterozygosity levels, indicating genetic diversity within the bees inhabiting this UNESCO World Heritage Site. By examining observed (Ho) and expected (He) heterozygosity, the team uncovered nuanced patterns of genetic differentiation, offering insights into the adaptive potential of these bees in their unique ecosystem.
Citation
Liu, F., Shi, T., Huang, S., Yu, L., & Bi, S. (2016). Additional file 1: Table S1. of Genetic structure of Mount Huang honey bee (Apis cerana) populations: evidence from microsatellite polymorphism. Figshare. https://doi.org/10.6084/M9.FIGSHARE.4410551