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Story Publication logo December 4, 2020

Podcast: Why Are Insects Disappearing? (French)

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Insect house hotel made out of natural wood material created to provide shelter for insects to prevent their extinction. Image by Shutterstock.
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"When we find a beehive, if the tree is difficult to climb, we cut it down, to get rid of the bees...

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Insect house hotel made out of natural wood material created to provide shelter for insects to prevent their extinction. Image by Shutterstock.
Insect house hotel made out of natural wood material created to provide shelter for insects to prevent their extinction. Image by Shutterstock.

80% of insects have disappeared in 30 years. All land and water species are affected and the phenomenon is worldwide. What do scientific studies really say? How can we explain the extent of this phenomenon?

To hear the full podcast in French, visit the RFI website.