The EU banned the use of neonicotinoid pesticides for two years in April, after a sustained campaign by beekeepers, green groups and environmental organisations across Europe. These groups are convinced…
Pollinating bees are among the ‘natural assets’ that have a greater – though less visible – impact than plastic waste on the environment.
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We take it for granted that we can compare multiple memories when faced with a tough choice. But not every animal’s mind works that way.
But pesticides and climate change are threatening moths’ future.
Honeybees are responsible for only a third of crop pollination in Britain.
Maintaining a diversity of insects may be key for crop pollination in cities.
When you’re an animal undercover, sometimes it’s not enough just to look like someone else
Social animals also have societies to run and voters to please.
The signs of spring are advancing at different rates - and the consequences for ecosystems could be disastrous.
