The midgut of <scp> <i>Aedes albopictus</i> </scp> shapes its bacteriome but not its mycobiome
This study uncovers fluctuating bacterial dynamics alongside conserved fungal communities in the mosquito gut, suggesting distinct mechanisms that shape the bacteriome and mycobiome. This study highlights the antioxidant function in stabilizing bacteria in Aedes albopictus. © 2026 Society of Chemical Industry.
Authors
- Jehan Zeb
- Baolin Song
Institutions
- City University of Hong Kong (HK)
- HKU-Pasteur Research Pole (HK)
- University of Hong Kong (HK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Pest Management Science
- Published
- 2026-02-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/ps.70505
- Primary Topic
- Insect symbiosis and bacterial influences
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- City University of Hong Kong
- Hong Kong Government