Research Reveals Unique Gut Microbiota and Enzymatic Variations in Honeybee Species

A study in *Scientific Reports* reveals significant differences in gut microbiota and enzymatic activity between *Apis cerana* and *Apis mellifera* honeybees. Researchers analyzed the bacterial communities and enzymes in the digestive systems of both species to understand how these microbial populations affect their metabolism. Although both species share some core bacterial groups, they exhibit distinct enzymatic expressions, indicating that each species processes nutrients differently using their gut bacteria.