Effects of Pollutants on Non-Target Insects
A special issue of Insects (ISSN 2075-4450).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 79
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biology and ecology of hymenoptera; ecotoxicology; paper wasps; risk assessment of pollutants on non-target insects; wild and managed bees
Interests: diverse aspects of stingless bees, including their morphology, molecular biology, gut microbiome, and the sublethal effects of agrochemicals and microplastics on their health
Interests: apiculture; bee health; pollinators in agroecosystems and ecosystems; biodiversity’ evaluation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Insects such as pollinators and natural enemies can suffer deleterious effects from agrochemicals and other stressors used in various agro- and urban ecosystems. Studies examining the lethal and sub-lethal impacts of these stressors on non-target insects provide valuable insights for improving the conservation of these insects and the ecosystem services they provide. This Special Issue invites contributions focused on the effects of pollutants on non-target insects, including original research articles and review papers that address this theme comprehensively.
The scope of this call includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Risk assessment of different stressors on non-target insects;
- Lethal and sub-lethal effects of different stressors on non-target insects, with a focus on both laboratory and field studies;
- Effects of different stressors on pollinators;
- Effects of different stressors on natural enemies;
- Potential effects of different stressors on endangered species.
We encourage researchers to submit high-quality manuscripts that explore these topics.
Thank you for your interest in this important Special Issue, and we look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Maria Augusta Pereira Lima
Dr. Gustavo Ferreira Martins
Dr. Gaetana Mazzeo
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- beneficial insects
- ecotoxicology
- lethal effects
- risk assessment of pollutants
- sub-lethal effects
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