CLEAN : Pesticides threaten birds and bees alike: study

The video discusses the widespread use of neonicotinamide pesticides and their environmental impacts. It highlights a comprehensive study that gathered data from 800 scientific papers, revealing that these pesticides affect more than just bees, impacting soil, water, and various ecosystems. The video also touches on potential health risks, such as impaired brain development in rats, though human effects remain uncertain. The speaker advocates for a more rational use of pesticides, suggesting alternative pest control methods like biological agents, and criticizes the current practice of using pesticides as a first resort.

How long did it take to gather the data mentioned in the text, and how many scientific papers were involved?

What is the author's stance on the use of pesticides, and what recommendations do they provide?