Genetic network analysis between Apis mellifera subspecies based on mtDNA argues the purity of specimens from North Africa, the Levant and Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study aimed to analyze the genetic relationships between honey bee subspecies using reference specimens and recently collected specimens from different parts of the world. The purity of these specimens was discussed in light of the obtained results.

Methods

The genetic networks were constructed between 21 subspecies of honey bees, Apis mellifera L.: 9 in Africa, 7 in Europe and 5 in Asia. The analysis was performed using the mtDNA of these subspecies and the Population Analysis with Reticulate Trees software. Some subspecies were represented by more than two specimens based on the available online sequences.

Results and conclusions

The subspecies A. m. sahariensis from Africa showed unique characteristics and is genetically isolated than

SUBMITTER: Abou-Shaara HF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8117108 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature