Introduction Heterogeneity in composition and spatial configuration of landscape elements
support diversity and abundance of flower-visiting insects, but this is likely dependent on …

Anthropogenic activities are rapidly changing the environment, and species that do not
respond face a higher risk of extinction. Species may respond to environmental changes by …

There is accumulating evidence that wild bees are experiencing a decline in terms of
species diversity, abundance or distribution, which leads to major concerns about the …

The ecological effects of mass‐flowering crops on pollinator abundance and species
richness of neighbouring habitats are well established, yet the potential evolutionary …

Population genetics is a valuable tool for assessing the impact of human‐altered
landscapes on genetic connectivity in various species. However, when applied to insects …

Declines in wild bee abundance and diversity may have cascading effects throughout
ecosystems as well as negatively impact food security. Understanding the scale at which …

Mass-flowering crops such as oilseed rape (Brassica napus) are attractive for some
pollinators. Consequently, flowering oilseed rape fields may compete for pollinators with co …

Dropleg sprayers apply pesticides below the flower horizon of oilseed rape plants and thus
reduce unwanted side effects on pollinating insects. Whether this technique benefits …

1. Agricultural intensification generally leads to large‐scale habitat changes marked by
decreasing availability of nesting sites and flower resources for pollinators. However, little is …

Intensively managed flowering crops like canola (Brassicales: Brassicaceae)(oilseed rape,
OSR) provide significant short-term nectar resources for pollen consumers. They may also …