Heavy metal pollutants have additive negative effects on honey bee cognition
C. Monchanin, E. Drujont, J.-M. Devaud, M. Lihoreau, A. B. Barron
This study shows that acute exposure to heavy metals like arsenic, copper, and lead impairs honey bee learning and memory, with additive effects when metals are combined.
bioRxiv · Dec 11, 2020Animal Behavior & Cognition