Wild bees in the city show more pathogens and inbreeding

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Source: York University Professor Sandra Rehan

Changes to the microbiome are seen in wild bees living in densely urban areas and fragmented habitats, which makes it more difficult for the bees to access food sources, ideal nesting areas and mates.

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