10/24/2017

Warning of 'ecological Armageddon' after dramatic plunge in insect numbers

Image result for insectsWarning of 'ecological Armageddon' after dramatic plunge in insect numbers | Environment | The Guardian: 
The cause of the huge decline is as yet unclear, although the destruction of wild areas and widespread use of pesticides are the most likely factors and climate change may play a role. The scientists were able to rule out weather and changes to landscape in the reserves as causes, but data on pesticide levels has not been collected.

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