Effects of symbiotic bacteria and tree chemistry on the growth and reproduction of bark beetle fungal symbionts
Authors: | A.S. Adams, C.R. Currie, Y. Cardoza, K.D. Klepzig, K.F. Raffa |
Year: | 2009 |
Type: | Scientific Journal |
Station: | Southern Research Station |
Source: | Can. J. For. Res., Vol. 39: 1133-1147 |
Abstract
Bark beetles are associated with diverse assemblages of microorganisms, many of which affect their interactions with host plants and natural enemies. We tested how bacterial associates of three bark beetles with various types of host relationships affect growth and reproduction of their symbiotic fungi. Fungi were exposed to volatiles from bacteria in an arena that imposed physical separation but shared airspace.