Neonicotinoid pesticides were first introduced in the mid-1990s, and since then, their use
has grown rapidly. They are now the most widely used class of insecticides in the world, with …

We assessed the state of knowledge regarding the effects of large-scale pollution with
neonicotinoid insecticides and fipronil on non-target invertebrate species of terrestrial …

Imidacloprid is one of the most widely used insecticides in the world. Its concentration in
surface water exceeds the water quality norms in many parts of the Netherlands. Several …

Ecological backlashes such as insecticide resistance, resurgence and secondary pest
outbreaks are frequent problems associated with insecticide use against arthropod pest …

Neonicotinoids are the most widely used insecticides world‐wide, but their fate in the
environment remains unclear, as does their potential to influence non‐target species and …

Urbanization is quickly changing natural and agricultural landscapes, with consequences for
the herbivorous arthropods dwelling in or near cities. Here, we review the evidence for the …

Highlights•Historically, indiscriminate insecticide use decreased biodiversity.•Integrated Pest
Management helped limit the negative influence of insecticides.•The neonicotinoids pose a …

One of the main lessons that emerged from Silent Spring (1) is that we overuse pesticides at
our own peril because human and natural environments are unquestionably linked. It is time …

Neonicotinoid insecticides have come under increasing scrutiny for their impact on non-
target organisms, especially pollinators. The current scientific literature is mainly focused on …

Background Seed-applied neonicotinoids are widely used in agriculture, yet their effects on
non-target species remain incompletely understood. One important group of non-target …