Colonies collapsing due to fungus-virus combination
(NEWSER) - For years, experts have been trying to figure out what is killing all the honeybees—and they may finally have an answer. Since 2006, 20% to 40% of US bee colonies have collapsed, and suspected causes have included genetically modified corn , pesticides , and bad weather . New research, however, points to a combination of factors: A fungus and a virus working together. The breakthrough was achieved by bee experts who teamed up with military scientists to study dead bees, the New York Times reports. More»
