Leaf-cutter bees as plastic recyclers? Not a good idea, say scientists

Plastic has become ubiquitous in modern life and its accumulation as waste in the environment is sounding warning bells for the health of humans and wildlife. In a recent study, Utah State University scientist Janice Brahney cited alarming amounts of microplastics in the nation's national parks and wilderness areas.

source https://phys.org/news/2020-11-leaf-cutter-bees-plastic-recyclers-good.html