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Preservation techniques for honeybee (Apis mellifera) eggs morphological study |
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| รหัสดีโอไอ | |
| Creator | Piyamas Nanork Sopaladawan |
| Title | Preservation techniques for honeybee (Apis mellifera) eggs morphological study |
| Publisher | Mahasarakham University |
| Publication Year | 2568 |
| Journal Title | Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) |
| Journal Vol. | 11 |
| Journal No. | 1 |
| Page no. | 8-16 |
| Keyword | Apis mellifera, Honeybee eggs, Preservation techniques |
| URL Website | https://ph02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/stej/index |
| Website title | Food Agricultural Sciences and Technology (FAST) |
| ISSN | 2822-1001 (Print), 2822-101X (Online) |
| Abstract | Honeybees (Apis mellifera) are an essential species for ecology and the economy. They play a vital role in the beekeeping industry, but this industry often faces issues in apiaries. To address these problems, biologists are investigating different aspects of bee biology, including morphology, taxonomy, behavior, and genetics. Honeybee eggs are used in bee biology research, such as DNA analysis and behavioral studies like policing behavior. Preserving honeybee eggs for research purposes for extended periods is necessary. A study was conducted to investigate the optimal preservation techniques for honeybee egg morphology. The effectiveness of different preservative solutions, including 70% ethanol, 95% ethanol, and Carnoy's fixative, was compared. The samples were stored at different temperatures, including room temperature, 4°C, and -20°C, and were observed for three months. Photographs of each egg were taken every month, and the sizes of the eggs from each treatment were analyzed. The study findings suggest that the most effective preservation methods for honeybee egg morphology are 95% ethanol at all temperatures and Carnoy's fixative at 4°C and -20°C. Using the best preservation techniques for honeybee eggs is crucial as it allows researchers to study their morphology for an extended period without any damage. |
