The discovery of the red dwarf honeybee, Apis florea, in Europe raises alarms for local beekeepers and conservationists concerned about its impact on native bees.
With Apis florea having reported competition for nectar and pollen with local pollinators, which are already in decline, the consequences could be dire for European bee populations.
The potential diseases carried by Apis florea may pose significant risks to European bees, which may have little resistance to such pathogens.
The arrival of Apis florea in Malta, possibly through commercial shipping, signifies the wider environmental risks associated with global trade, affecting local ecosystems.
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