Neonicotinoid pesticides are insecticides, which are based on components similar to nicotine. Since neonicotinoid pesticides effect on insects selectively, they have been used as organophosphorus pesticides, which are highly toxic to humans.
However, at the same time as the increased use of neonicotinoid pesticides, CCD (Colony Collapse Disorder; abnormal phenomenon that bees can not overwinter, and disappear, or worker bees suddenly disappear leaving queen bees and larvae, or a swarm of bees cannot be maintained) has been reported in many countries. The adverse effects of neonicotinoid pesticides on the ecosystem have been pointed out, and some uses have been restricted.
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