Common pesticides stop bees and flies from getting a good night ’ s sleep

Just like us, many insects need a decent night ’ s sleep to function properly, but this might not be possible if they have been exposed to neonicotinoid insecticides, the most common form of insecticide used worldwide, suggests research by academics at the University of Bristol.
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