Insect Utilization and Effects

Mathematical modelling of thermal death kinetics to describe humane slaughter procedures via hot water immersion in black soldier fly and yellow mealworm larvae

This paper develops mathematical models to determine humane slaughter conditions for black soldier fly and yellow mealworm larvae using hot water immersion, finding optimal temperatures and time-to-death thresholds.

Long-term storage of Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) larvae

This study evaluates methods for long-term storage of black soldier fly larvae, finding that 15°C with hydrated straw and aluminium foil maintains 70% survival after 12 weeks.

The two-component microbial system of the black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) gut: a plastic microbiota in the midgut, but a stable one in the hindgut

This study investigates the gut microbiota of black soldier fly larvae, revealing a plastic midgut microbiota and a stable hindgut microbiota, with implications for their polyphagous behavior.

Non-linear growth models combined with survival rates identify the optimal rearing temperature and harvest timing in edible crickets, Gryllus bimaculatus and Teleogryllus occipitalis

The paper uses non-linear growth models combined with survival rates to determine the optimal rearing temperature and harvest timing for two cricket species.

Assessing protein quality, reactive lysine and gastric digestion characteristics of feed-grade black soldier fly meal: Implications for post-weaning piglet feed formulation

This study evaluates the protein quality and digestion characteristics of black soldier fly meal for post-weaning piglet feed, finding higher free amino acids and lower protein degradability compared to a conventional protein source.

Changes in the internal genitalia of Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) during reproductive maturation under a coffee pulp-based diet

This study examines morphological changes in the internal genitalia of Hermetia illucens during reproductive maturation on a coffee pulp-based diet, finding delayed maturation compared to conventional diets.

Waste oil substrates reshape the black soldier fly larval gut microbiome and biomass composition during bioconversion

This study shows that lipid-rich waste oils reshape the gut microbiome and biomass composition of black soldier fly larvae during bioconversion, with different oils affecting growth and fatty-acid profiles differently.

High protein diets early in life improve survival, reduce cannibalism, and increase growth and yield in farmed yellow mealworms

Synergistic Interactions Between Black Soldier Fly Larvae and Thiobacillus thioparus Beijerinck 1904 for Ammonia Odor Control in Food Waste Bioconversion

This study shows that co-cultivating Black Soldier Fly larvae with Thiobacillus thioparus reduces ammonia emissions without harming the larvae or bacteria.

A novel anti-climbing barrier prevents black soldier fly larval escape from rearing containers

This paper develops an anti-climbing tape to prevent black soldier fly larvae from escaping rearing containers by disrupting their locomotion through physical obstruction and adhesion reduction.

Genotype-by-diet interactions determine Black Soldier Fly life-history traits

This study investigates genotype-by-diet interactions in Black Soldier Flies, finding strong strain x diet effects on life-history traits.

Cryptic diversity and impacts of domestication in the Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens)

The paper analyzes whole genome sequences of Black Soldier Fly populations to reveal cryptic genetic diversity and the impacts of domestication on genetic variation.

Transgenerational dynamics of gut microbiota in black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) reared on a novel substrate

This study examines transgenerational changes in gut microbiota of black soldier fly larvae reared on novel diets, finding divergent microbial and growth patterns across sub-lines.

Farmed cricket performance remains stable over five generations of rearing on a waste-based diet

This study shows that farmed crickets reared on a high-inclusion spent grain diet maintain stable performance over five generations, with low-inclusion diets improving survival and yield.

Potential acoustic signatures of stress in black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens; Diptera: Stratiomyidae) larvae

This study investigates acoustic signatures of stress in black soldier fly larvae under different stress conditions and finds consistent acoustic differences between stressed and non-stressed states.

Using gas exchange measurements to monitor growth, energy expenditure, and body composition of black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) on diets varying in protein-to-carbohydrate ratio

This study uses gas exchange measurements to assess growth, energy use, and body composition of black soldier fly larvae on diets with different protein-to-carbohydrate ratios.

Consequences of dietary amino acid imbalance on growth and gas exchange in black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae

This study examines how imbalanced essential amino acid diets affect growth, metabolism, and energy use in black soldier fly larvae, finding reduced growth and increased metabolic costs.

A Perfect Soldier: the black soldier fly as a microbial-mediated physiological resilience model .

This study uses black soldier fly larvae to investigate how diet affects microbial communities and gene expression, showing that a balanced diet optimizes larval performance.

Black soldier fly (Hermetia Illucens) larvae meal fermented with Lactobacillus bulgaricus as probiotic feed

The paper tests fermentation of black soldier fly larvae meal with Lactobacillus bulgaricus to find the optimal formulation for probiotic feed, finding BSFLM supports higher bacterial growth than soy.

Genome sequence data and integrative RNA-Seq data of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) (A Japanese strain)

The paper provides genome and transcriptome data for the Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) to support industrial and biological research.

Using insects for sustainable waste management of superabundant animals.

This study tests using black soldier fly larvae to convert Canada goose feces into protein and fertilizer, showing degradation and growth enhancement.

Predicting the biological invasion risks of the most farmed insect for food and feed.

This study quantifies the global invasion risks of seven farmed insect species using species distribution models, identifying high-risk regions and emphasizing the need for biosecurity measures.

Microbiome enrichment from a wild relative improves Black Soldier Fly larval survival, pathogen suppression and growth

The paper shows that enriching Black Soldier Fly larvae with microbes from a wild relative improves their growth, survival, and pathogen suppression.

A solinvivirus induces cellular antiviral response and reduces the lifespan of adult Hermetia illucens (black soldier flies)

This study identifies HiSvV as a viral pathogen of black soldier flies, showing it causes mortality and triggers antiviral responses.

Pupation substrate and prepupal handling affect eclosion rate, timing, and adult morphology in black soldier flies (Hermetia illucens; Diptera: Stratiomyidae)

Temporal Trends: Phase-shifted time-series analysis reveals highly correlated reproductive behaviors in the black soldier fly, Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae)

The paper uses cross-correlation analysis on time-series data to show strong correlations between mating and reproductive metrics in black soldier flies, with optimal lags identified for each metric.

Size-stabilized, Hypoallometric, Genitalia Determined for Male Black Soldier Fly, Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae)

This study examines the allometric relationship between male black soldier fly genitalia and body size, finding hypoallometric scaling where genitalia grow slower than body size.

Fermentation of Agricultural By-products and Zinc Supplementation: A Synergistic Approach to Mealworm Microbiome Optimization

This study investigates the effects of fermented spinach and zinc supplementation on mealworm microbiome composition and health, finding increased probiotic bacteria and reduced pathogen presence.

Heterogeny in cages: Age-structure and timing of attractant availability impacts fertile egg production in the black soldier fly, Hermetia illucens

This study shows that same-aged black soldier fly cohorts produce more and more fertile eggs than mixed-aged cohorts, and delaying attractant availability improves egg yields in same-aged populations.

Proximate Composition and Mineral Analysis of Housefly Maggots and Mealworms Compared to Fish and Soybean Meals

This study compares the nutritional profiles of housefly maggots and mealworms to fish and soybean meals, finding comparable protein content to fish meal and superior nutritive value over soybean meal.