Bees, including those that live away from humans and are not exposed to harmful human impacts, are dying out in huge numbers, according to a new study. It is reported by Gismeteo.
The 15-year research project, ending in 2022, was based on closely monitoring the population of bees and butterflies in three different remote forest areas in Okoni National Park in northern Georgia, USA.
The experts concluded that approximately 62.5% of the bee population was lost, while the butterfly population declined by an equally shocking 57.6%.
The number of bee species has also declined, with the area losing 39% of its species biodiversity.
While there is no clear explanation as to why these outlying populations are declining, researchers have presented several hypotheses. For example, the presence of invasive species, especially tree ants.
Climate change is cited as another likely cause. And given that humanity does not control this problem, bees and butterflies are unlikely to have a bright future in the near future.
Meanwhile, human agricultural processes depend on these precious pollinators. Bees play a crucial role in the cultivation of crops that feed both people and livestock. In other words, when we lose bees, we also lose bread, meat and milk.
Source: Rosbalt
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