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Story summary
- A new study in NeoBiota finds that invasive bees are reshaping pollinator networks in Chile and causing a "silent takeover" of native species.
- Although pollination rates may remain high, relationships among species are becoming generalized, threatening long-term ecosystem stability.
- The invasive bumblebee Bombus terrestris dominates interactions, accounting for over 70% of pollinator activity and displacing native Bombus dahlbomii, while researchers urge stronger regulations on species introductions to preserve ecological interactions.
