Kenya E. Fernandes

Sep 10, 2023 | freethink.com | Nural Cokcetin |Kenya E. Fernandes |Danny Ulrich |Andrew Dong |Dee A. Carter

The medicinal value and potent antimicrobial activity of honey has been a topic of considerable interest in recent years, particularly in light of the alarming rise in antibiotic resistance. While most honey comes from honey bees (Apis mellifera), other insects such as stingless bees, wasps and even ants can produce honey-like products from plant nectar. One of these insects is the honeypot ant Camponotus inflatus, found throughout the central desert region of Australia.

Jul 26, 2023 | theconversation.com | Dee A. Carter |Andrew Dong |Kenya E. Fernandes |Nural Cokcetin |Danny Ulrich

The medicinal value and potent antimicrobial activity of honey has been a topic of considerable interest in recent years, particularly in light of the alarming rise in antibiotic resistance. While most honey comes from honey bees (Apis mellifera), other insects such as stingless bees, wasps and even ants can produce honey-like products from plant nectar. One of these insects is the honeypot ant Camponotus inflatus, found throughout the central desert region of Australia.