The intestinal microbial community and function of Riptortus pedestris at different developmental stages and its effects on development.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Riptortus pedestris is a destructive pest that threatens multiple leguminous crops in China. The intestinal microbiota plays a crucial role in the growth and reproduction of host insects. However, the composition and function of the gut microbiota at different developmental stages remain unclear.

Methods

Here, metagenomic sequencing was performed to clarify the gut microbial diversity and function in 2nd-, 3rd-, 4th-, and 5th- instar nymphs (2 N-5 N) and female adults (FAs) of R. pedestris and the effects of vital gut bacteria on development was detected. The gut bacteria have the stage specificity, indicating their function in the development of R. pedestris.

Results

Enterococcus and Caballerronia were the predominant b

SUBMITTER: Wang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11813222 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature