Bumble bees in landscapes with abundant floral resources have lower pathogen loads

Abstract The pollination services provided by bees are essential for supporting natural and agricultural ecosystems. However, bee population declines have been documented across the world. Many of the factors known to undermine bee health (e.g., poor nutrition) can decrease immunocompetence and, the...

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Main Authors: Darin J. McNeil, Elyse McCormick, Ashley C. Heimann, Melanie Kammerer, Margaret R. Douglas, Sarah C. Goslee, Christina M. Grozinger, Heather M. Hines
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2020-12-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-78119-2