Week 3: Jan 17–23

Neonicotinoids and Amphibian Immune Suppression

Toxicologists warned of the sub-lethal effects of common pesticides on European frogs. The 2022 data suggested that even low concentrations of neonicotinoids weaken the skin’s “probiotic” bacterial layer, making tadpoles more susceptible to fungal pathogens like Ranavirus.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *