Science Daily·3 min read·easy
Why are so many dead bumblebees appearing on sidewalks?
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The increase in dead bumblebees on sidewalks is attributed to a combination of natural colony life cycles, extreme heatwaves, and human-driven factors like pesticide use. Heat stress and the loss of nectar-rich plants like dandelions are significantly impacting bee health and survival.
You may be spotting bodies of dead bumblebees lying across pavements near you in the summer months.
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