Aethina tumida
- Pronunciation
- /ay-THI-nah TOO-mee-duh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Aethina tumida
- Plural
- Aethina tumida
Definition
A small beetle that is a significant pest of honeybee colonies, originally from sub-Saharan Africa.
Etymology
Named in part from Greek 'aithos', but the specific etymology is not well-documented.
Example
Aethina tumida larvae tunnel through honeycombs, stored honey, and pollen, damaging or destroying the honeycomb.
Related Terms
- Small hive beetle
- Beetle
- Honeybee pest
Usage Notes
Aethina tumida is also known as the small hive beetle.