Polyandry: Bees do it. What’s the big advantage?
A honeybee queen mates with 15 guys. This weakens family ties in the hive, possibly hampering the selfless behavior these bees need for survival. Does polyandry have hidden benefits for bees? More »
View ArticlePollinator crisis ahead
Many of the tastiest crops can't pollinate themselves: melons, cucumbers, strawberries, almonds, cacao. But pollinators -- both native and managed -- are under threat from diseases and pesticides. They...
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Honeybees getting lost?
Colony collapse: are the bees getting lost? As honeybee colonies in the United States and Europe continue to suffer from a mysterious syndrome called colony collapse disorder (CCD), scientists are...
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Odder than odd!
In the dark days of winter… We need a pick-me-up. Let’s take a guided tour of some amazing — and actually important — science results from the year just passed. What is the unseen levy of leaning? Who...
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Ancient wax: It came from bees!
Ancient wax: It came from bees! A honeybee, Apis mellifera: Bees play a critical role in pollinating almonds, blueberries, apples, cherries, oranges and other crops. A 2010 study estimated that the...
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