The Vanishing of the Honey Bee

What is the main threat to honey bees according to current scientific research?

• Climate change

• Varroa mites

• Monoculture farming

• Neonicotinoids

What is Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD)?

• A type of parasite

• A disease caused by pesticides

• A result of poor nutrition

• A sudden loss of the majority of the hive

Which of the following is a well-known disease that affects bees?

• Monoculture farming

• Small hive beetle

• Neonicotinoids

• American Foulbrood

What farming practice limits the diversity of pollen and nectar sources for bees?

• Organic farming

• Monoculture agriculture

• Crop rotation

• Permaculture

What is a significant effect of neonicotinoids on bees?

• Better communication

• Altered foraging behavior

• Increased honey production

• Improved immune systems