Bumblebees lacking high-quality habitat have higher pathogen loads

ScienceDaily
Dec 22, 2020, 10:15 am153 pts
Bumblebees found in low-quality landscapes -- characterized by a relative lack of spring flowers and quality nesting habitat -- had higher levels of disease pathogens, as did bumblebees in areas with higher numbers of managed honey bee hives, according to scientists.

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