Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Honeybees are a model of teamwork in nature, with their complex ...

To date it has been unclear exactly how the sex of a bee is determined. A research team comprising biologists and chemists has now identified a key gene and the molecular mechanism linked with it.

Female Ptiloglossa bees stand out as remarkable moms who manage a variety of roles in a congested environment of pollinators. Their well-kept secrets? Excellent talent for making plastics for baby ...

When I want something sweet, I pull out a jar of honey made by my bee friends at Washington State University. I talked about your question with one of the insect scientists there, Rae Olsson. They ...