Insect pollinators such as bees and butterflies are exposed to contamination through all four routes with:

  • high exposure through air and plants
  • medium exposure through water.

The assessment found that both individuals and populations can be adversely affected by low or acute exposure making them highly vulnerable.

Pollinators exposed to contaminated pollen, nectar and water are harmed at field realistic concentrations.

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