bees
Concerns about bee extinction have raised alarms about cascading ecological collapse.
Recent data suggests bee populations may be recovering, though challenges remain.
Multiple stressors—parasites, pesticides, poor nutrition, and habitat loss—contribute to bee decline.
Efforts to mitigate these threats are ongoing, with cautious optimism.
The varroa mite is a major threat, weakening bees and spreading disease.
Pesticides used to combat mites can harm bees' immune systems.
Monoculture farming and poor diets further reduce bees' resilience.
Bob Schildgen, SierraClub.org