CRC Press - The African Honey Bee Scientific Literature Review

Explore the definitive scientific review of the Africanized honey bee with this comprehensive text from CRC Press. This book provides the first thorough examination of the scientific literature regarding the African subspecies Apis mellifera scutellata. Readers will learn about the history and movement of these bees, starting from their introduction into South America in 1956. Originally brought to Brazil to cross-breed with existing subspecies for better tropical adaptation, these bees established themselves in the feral populations around Sao Paulo. The text tracks their rapid spread through Brazil and their subsequent migration through most of the neotropics. This resource is an essential study for those interested in the biological impact and migration patterns of this specific subspecies. It offers a detailed look at how these bees displaced existing populations and became established across vast geographical areas. Whether you are studying invertebrate biology or the history of honey bee subspecies, this book serves as a foundational reference for understanding the Africanized honey bee.