neonikotinoid
Neonicotinoids are a class of insecticides that act on the central nervous system of insects. They are widely used in agriculture and for pest control in homes and gardens. The mode of action involves binding to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, which are crucial for nerve impulse transmission. This binding disrupts normal nerve function, leading to paralysis and death in susceptible insects.
These chemicals are systemic, meaning they are absorbed by the plant and distributed throughout its tissues,
Concerns have been raised regarding the potential impact of neonicotinoids on non-target organisms, particularly pollinators like