CONCLUSION
To the best of our knowledge, this is the first attempt towards a
genetic and histopathological characterization of the midgut microbiota
of A. proylei found in Manipur, North East India. A more
comprehensive knowledge about midgut bacteria may lead to better
understanding the direct or indirect involvement of microbiota in the
immune response, nutrition and reproduction of these important silkworm.
This present study not only offers insight into the process of gradual
degradation A. proylei larvae midgut, but also elucidates the
extent of damage that occurs therein, after the infection which also
affects the silk glands. The probiotic candidature of role of the
potential gut microflora will also be a challenge ahead. Further our
findings might advance our understanding in the field of disease
resistance traits and silk worm A. proylei management.