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A century of records paints a worrying picture for Europe's bees

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Briefings

A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences indicates a significant decline in bee populations across most of Europe over the past century. The research suggests that historical records show a worrying trend of reduced bee diversity and abundance, with specific data points highlighting the scale of this loss.

Key points

• A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences indicates a significant decline in bee populations across most of Europe over the past century.
• Historical records show a worrying trend of reduced bee diversity and abundance, with specific data points highlighting the scale of this loss.

Context

This research addresses a critical issue for European agriculture and ecology, as declining bee populations can impact crop pollination and ecosystem health.

Limitations

The study covers the last 100 years but does not provide specific dates for the decline or identify which regions experienced the most severe drops.

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