Honey bees act as living monitors of ecosystem contamination
Honey bees, already valued as pollinators, are now recognized as biological sentinels for environmental health. Through their collection of nectar, pollen, and water, they encounter contaminants across agricultural and natural landscapes. Their well-being thus offers insights into broader ecological stresses and biodiversity threats.
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