Warmer autumns and winters threaten honey bee survival, extending flight times and increasing risk of colony failure.
A study by Washington State University and the US Department of Agriculture finds that warmer autumns and winters pose a threat to honey bee survival, due to changes in their age structure and flight times. Warmer temperatures extend flight times, leading to older bees and increasing the risk of colony failure in spring. The study suggests exploring overwintering colonies in temperature-controlled facilities as a strategy to mitigate these impacts.
April 01, 2024
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