OVERVIEW OF THE EFFECT OF ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTANTS ON THE ACTIVITY OF HONEY BEE HIVES

Abstract

ABSTRACT This study aims to examine the primary environmental pollutants that affect the behavior and activity of honey bees, considering their ecological and economic importance. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing scholarly works, it has become apparent that a multitude of environmental contaminants are extensively dispersed within our immediate surroundings, exerting a substantial impact on the colonies of bees. The loss and weakening of bee populations can be attributed to a variety of contaminants, including electromagnetic radiation, plant toxins, industrial waste and emissions, as well as antibiotic and pesticide pollution. Consequently, the consequence of this is the decline in numerous bee species, commonly referred to as Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), which has emerged as a highly significant ecological concern during the last twenty years. In conclusion, this phenomena leads to a decline in the yield of various essential crops, as honey bees serve as crucial pollinators within the ecosystem.Electromagnetic Radiation

Keywords

• environmental pollutants
• plant poisoning
• colony collapse disorder
• pollinators
• bee colonies