A deadly triangle of factors is killing off U.S. honeybees.

Last year, forty percent of honeybee colonies died in the U.S., continuing an alarming trend. Entomologist Sammy Ramsey tells host Maddie Sofia about the “three P’s” and what listeners can do to help our fuzzy-flighted friends.

This episode was produced by Emily Vaughn and Brit Hanson, and edited by Viet Le.

Short Wave Podcast

It’s science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.