Metagenomics analysis of the gut of the honey bee, Apis cerana Indica

this study was conducted to profile the diversity of gut bacteria associated with Apis cerana Indica through metagenomics sequencing and analysis of the V3-V4 region of the 16S ribosomal RNA gene. The profiling of gut microflora and characterization of their function would raise the possibility of utilizing such information to enhance sustainability of economically important insects such as honey bees and would help in developing novel solutions for sustainable management of such insects e.g. through development of insect probiotics.