Australia is the last continent to be invaded by the dangerous honey bee parasite, and has an opportunity to be the first to eradicate it.
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The optimal trade-off between restoring habitat and crop production hinges on pollinators. A new study shows giving pollinators more natural habitat on the farm leads to big increases in production.
We all know bees are vital pollinators. But they’re also art critics, social learners, dancers and so much more.
As we approach the start of gardening season, it’s a good time to ask some questions about what to plant and who gets to plant.
Before you reach for the weed killer, spare a thought for struggling pollinators.
Two food scientists, an entomologist, an anthropologist, a veterinarian and a historian walk into a bar (of chocolate) and tell bitter and sweet stories of this favorite treat.
A vaccine for bees may evoke images of teeny hypodermic needles, but this product works in a sophisticated way that reflects the social structure of honeybee colonies.
Honey bees, wild and native bees face threats from parasites, pesticides and habitat loss. Shorter winters, more extreme weather and more habitat destruction won’t help.
Honey bees have what it takes to pollinate blueberries, boosting the quality and quantity of the popular fruit.
People wouldn’t last long without the countless other species we depend on for survival.
Why you shouldn’t get in a flap over reports that swarms of wasps are descending on Britain.
Plant care advice abounds on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube – but not all of it is good. A plant expert debunks four common recommendations.
Butterflies are important pollinators. To find out how predators affect butterfly populations and diversity, butterfly decoys were used.
Studying bee sperm is difficult because of the way it coils, but fluorescent light illuminates the head of the sperm. Sperm quality may indicate stress levels in the bee colony.
The iconic monarch butterfly has been added to the Red List of endangered species, but hasn’t received protection in the US yet. That’s not necessarily a bad thing.
Many people can’t get by without the buzz from their daily coffee habit.
Plus, why you should always remove grass cuttings from your lawn.
Miles of bee-friendly ‘highways’ are being linked up around the UK.
Beekeepers in British Columbia reported honeybee deaths during the 2021 heat dome. Other insects may also be at risk.
Celebrating the European honeybee is a misplaced opportunity to honour our forgotten native pollinators.
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