Study reveals neonicotinoid pesticides harm multiple bee organs, challenging current safety tests.
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London found that neonicotinoid pesticides, like clothianidin, affect different parts of bumble bees' bodies in various ways, disrupting brain, leg, and kidney-like tissues. This suggests that current pesticide safety tests may not fully capture the complex impacts on bees. The study calls for a reevaluation of pesticide use to protect vital pollinators and ecosystems.
2 months ago
6 Articles
Articles
Further Reading
You have 11 free stories remaining this month. Subscribe anytime for unlimited access.