Global bee populations have been plummeting for some time, and it’s no exaggeration to say that if it carries on the way it’s going, both bees and humans could be in a spot of trouble. There are various reasons why bee populations are falling, such as habitat destruction and disease, but one of the biggest causes is a pesticide known as Neonics.
This infographic by Sun Leisure delves deeper into what these Neonics are, how they’re used, how they affect bees, and what could happen if bees became extinct. It also suggests some alternatives to Neonics to move toward a more bee-friendly future.