Organic waste substrates induce important shifts in gut microbiota of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens L.) : coexistence of conserved, variable, and potential pathogenic microbes

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2021-02-12

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Frontiers in Microbiology

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The sustainable utilization of black soldier fly (BSF) for recycling organic waste into nutrient-rich biomass such as high-quality protein additive, is gaining momentum. Its gut microbiota is thought to play an important role. The study provides the first comprehensive analysis of bacterial and fungal communities of BSF gut across untreated substrates and highlights conserved members, potential pathogens, and their interactions. Findings show most bacteria found in the BSF gut are transient, and are affected by the local environment. The study contributes to establishment of safety measures for future processing of BSF larval meals and the creation of legislation to regulate their use in animal feeds.

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HERMETIA ILLUCENS, ANIMAL FEED, INSECTS AS FEED, REGULATION, ANIMAL FEEDING, FOOD SAFETY, PATHOGENS, BACTERIOLOGY, MICROBIOLOGY, SOUTH OF SAHARA

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