Biological effects of the frequent application of a copper-containing fungicide on the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster

Author:

Zamberlan Daniele1,Rieder Guilherme1,Silva Luis2,Rocha Joao Batista Teixeira da3ORCID

Affiliation:

1. Federal University of Santa Maria: Universidade Federal de Santa Maria

2. Universidad de la Costa: Corporacion Universitaria de la Costa

3. Universidade Federal de Santa Maria Centro de Ciências Naturais e Exatas

Abstract

Abstract The increased consumption of pesticides has an environmental impact due to the dispersion of minerals. Bordasul® is a commonly used fungicide composed of 20% Cu, 10% sulfur, and 3.0% calcium to correct its deficiency in plants. The evaluation of fungicide effects in vivo models is designed to assess their impact on the environment more broadly. Drosophila melanogaster offers a unique model due to its ease of handling and maintenance. Here, the effects of Bordasul® were investigated, addressing the development, survival, and behavior of flies. Our findings showed that exposure to Bordasul® prevented the development of flies (p < 0.01). In addition to causing a significant reduction in memory retention (p < 0.05) and locomotion capacity (p < 0.001). Although fungicides are necessary to satisfy the world's food demand, we conclude that Bordasul® is highly toxic, and that safer media, such as biofertilizers, must be developed as effective alternatives.

Publisher

Research Square Platform LLC

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