Colony Collapse Disorder
- Pronunciation
- /KOL-uh-nee Kuh-LAPS dis-AWR-der/
- Category
- Disease
- Singular
- Colony Collapse Disorder
- Plural
- Colony Collapse Disorders
Definition
A phenomenon in which worker bees from a beehive or European honey bee colony abruptly disappear, leading to the collapse of the hive.
Etymology
Derived from 'colony', referring to a group of bees, 'collapse', indicating a sudden failure, and 'disorder', indicating a disruption of normal functions.
Example
The beekeeper was devastated when his hives were affected by Colony Collapse Disorder, resulting in the loss of most of his bees.
Synonyms
Related Terms
- Apis mellifera
- Beehive
- Pollination
- Neonicotinoids
- Pathogen
- Pesticide toxicity
- Varroa mite
Usage Notes
Colony Collapse Disorder has raised significant concern due to its impact on pollination services and the agricultural industry, with various factors like pesticides, pathogens, and environmental stressors believed to contribute to its occurrence.