Pesticide toxicity to bees
Pesticide toxicity to bees
Pesticide toxicity to bees (/pɛstɪsaɪd tɒksɪsɪti tu bi:z/) is a serious environmental concern that involves the harmful effects of certain pesticides on bee populations.
Etymology
The term "pesticide toxicity to bees" is derived from the words "pesticide", which comes from the Latin pestis meaning "plague" and caedere meaning "to kill", and "toxicity", which originates from the Greek toxikon pharmakon meaning "poison for arrows". The word "bee" comes from the Old English beo.
Definition
Pesticide toxicity to bees refers to the harmful impact that certain pesticides can have on bees. This can result in a range of effects, from immediate death to long-term impacts on bee health and behavior.
Related Terms
- Neonicotinoids: A class of neuro-active insecticides chemically similar to nicotine, which have been implicated in bee population declines.
- Colony Collapse Disorder: A phenomenon that occurs when the majority of worker bees in a colony disappear, leaving behind a queen, plenty of food, and a few nurse bees to care for the remaining immature bees.
- Pesticide Drift: The airborne movement of pesticides from the areas of application to other areas, particularly residential areas where bees may be present.
- Foraging Behavior: The search for food or provisions, which in bees can be affected by exposure to pesticides.
- Beekeeping: The maintenance of bee colonies, usually in hives, by humans. Beekeepers can be significantly affected by pesticide toxicity to bees.
Impact
Pesticide toxicity can have a significant impact on bees, affecting their health, behavior, and ultimately their survival. This can have a knock-on effect on the wider environment, as bees play a crucial role in pollination, which is vital for food production.
Prevention and Mitigation
Preventing and mitigating pesticide toxicity to bees involves a range of strategies, including the careful selection and application of pesticides, the creation of pesticide-free zones, and the promotion of bee-friendly practices in agriculture and gardening.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pesticide toxicity to bees
- Wikipedia's article - Pesticide toxicity to bees
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