Honey bees tell friend from foe by gut bacteria
For a honey bee, knowing a nestmate from an invader is critical for survival. Chemical cues from shared gut microbial communities cue them in to who is who.
Oct. 19, 2020 • ~9 min
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Don’t panic about Asian giant hornets
Asian giant hornets have arrived in a small portion of the United States. "We do not know how the species arrived in the United States but it is important to not overreact."
May 6, 2020 • ~4 min
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Pollen shows which plants bees in the city need most
Honey bees that live in cities depend on a varied diet of trees, shrubs, and woody vines for food, depending on the season, a new study shows.
April 29, 2020 • ~7 min
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5 ways a ‘lazy’ lawn makes pollinators happy
A scruffy lawn makes a good home for pollinators, say scientists. Here are 5 ways to make bees feel at home, plus options for those without yards.
June 19, 2019 • ~3 min
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5 ways a ‘lazy’ lawn makes pollinators happy
A scruffy lawn makes a good home for pollinators, say scientists. Here are 5 ways to make bees feel at home, plus options for those without yards.
June 19, 2019 • ~3 min
sustainability insects bees pesticides pollinators honey-bees featured earth-and-environment land
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