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Life Sciences => Plant Sciences, Zoology & Evolution => Topic started by: thedoc on 23/04/2015 11:08:44

Title: Why do bees prefer neonicotinoids?
Post by: thedoc on 23/04/2015 11:08:44

Study shows that bees prefer nectar laced with neonicotinoids insecticides, which could have major implications for EU law.

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Title: Re: Why do bees prefer neonicotinoids?
Post by: yamo on 28/04/2015 06:26:09

They like the buzz.

Title: Re: Why do bees prefer neonicotinoids?
Post by: chris on 28/04/2015 12:12:39

Quote from: yamo on 28/04/2015 06:26:09

They like the buzz.

Very good - and that actually is the reason, because the neonicotinoid action stimulates the bee-brain in such a way as to make feeding locations that are also rich in the chemicals more memorable for the insects, so they feed there more frequently...