by Kelly Bennett
Bees endure widespread pesticide exposure throughout their lifecycle from agrochemical applications. Bee larvae ingest pesticides via pollen provisioned by female adult bees. This study examines mason bee larvae (Osmia cornifrons) responses to field-realistic chlorpyrifos doses in theirdiet varying chlorpyrifos concentrations. Survival, body size, anddevelopmental timing were assessed. While high chlorpyrifos levels reducedsurvival, developmental timing remained consistent. Future research shouldexplore the effects of chlorpyrifos on adult bee behavior and reproduction.
Major:
Insect Biodiversity/B. Phil
Exhibition Category:
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format:
Poster Presentation
Campus:
University Park
Faculty Sponsor:
Natalie Boyle
Poster Number:
18