researchers claimed they found a relationship between bumblebee infections and how close the bumblebees were to honeybees apiaries what evidence from the text best supports this analysis?

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To provide a precise response, I'd need to see the specific text you are referring to. However, in general, evidence that could support a claim about a relationship between bumblebee infections and their proximity to honeybee apiaries might include:

  1. Statistical Data: Results showing higher infection rates in bumblebees found closer to honeybee farms compared to those further away.

  2. Experimental Results: Findings from experiments assessing bumblebee health in various locations relative to honeybee apiaries.

  3. Observational Studies: Descriptions of patterns observed over time, such as increased infections during certain seasons when honeybee activity is high.

  4. Ecological or Microbial Analysis: Studies that identify specific pathogens or parasites present in both bumblebees and honeybees, suggesting transmission routes.

  5. Geographical Data: Maps or charts displaying the distribution of bumblebee infections in relation to honeybee colonies.

If you provide the specific text or summarize it, I can help identify the best supporting evidence.