Paenibacillus larvae

Definition

A bacterium that causes American foulbrood, a devastating disease of honeybee larvae.

Etymology

Named after the genus Paenibacillus, which means 'almost Bacillus'. The species name larvae refers to its association with larval honeybees.

Example

Paenibacillus larvae infection can result in significant honeybee colony losses.

Related Terms

• American foulbrood
• Honeybee
• Larvae