How bees defend against some controversial insecticides
Researchers have discovered enzymes that can help resist some neonicotinoids
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WHAT’S THE BUZZ Honeybees (shown) and bumblebees can resist a type of neonicotinoid insecticide thanks to a family of enzymes that metabolize toxic compounds.
Bayer Bee Care Center