How Pathogens and Poor Nutrition Affect Honey Bees

The video discusses the challenges faced by honeybees, focusing on the impact of varroa mites and the deformed wing virus they spread. These mites weaken bees, making them susceptible to diseases. The deformed wing virus affects baby bees, hindering their ability to fly and perform essential tasks, which weakens the entire colony. Additionally, poor nutrition due to a lack of diverse flowers and monoculture farming further exacerbates the decline in bee health, making it difficult for bees to gather enough food and maintain colony strength.

What is one way varroa mites negatively affect honeybees?

• They carry pathogens that can make bees sick.

• They help bees find food.

• They clean the bees' wings.

• They improve bee immunity.

How does the deformed wing virus affect young bees?

• It causes their wings to be twisted or shrunken.

• It enhances their flying ability.

• It makes them immune to other diseases.

• It makes them grow larger wings.

What is a consequence of bees having deformed wings?

• They can fly longer distances.

• They produce more honey.

• They cannot perform their tasks effectively.

• They become more resistant to pesticides.

What can lead to poor nutrition in honeybees?

• A lack of flowers due to urban development.

• Bees having access to multiple food sources.

• A variety of crops being grown.

• An abundance of diverse flowers.

Why is a variety of nectar and pollen important for honeybees?

• It reduces their lifespan.

• It makes them more aggressive.

• It provides all the nutrients they need.

• It helps them fly faster.