Solar farms can boost bee populations when managed with wildflowers, supporting biodiversity and clean energy.

A bumblebee's brain is smaller than a sesame seed. But it can still accomplish quite a bit. "You don't need a big brain to learn well," said Felicity Muth, an assistant professor in the Department of ...

The news that native bees are cut from a different cloth has important implications for conservation practices and may also ...

Recent research shows that climatic changes to which bumblebee queens are exposed in their early life stages impair their survival and reproductive abilities, which can also have a negative impact on ...

If you fall into a deep sleep in a full bathtub, you might not expect to wake up — unless you’re a queen bumblebee. In fact, eastern queen bumblebees can hibernate underwater in frigid temperatures ...

(CN) — Bumblebees have long been known for their excellent vision, but new research suggests it’s not just sight but also a bee’s keen sense of smell – estimated to be 100 times more powerful than a ...

For the first time, a study has shown insects having fun with little wooden balls. What could this say about their emotional state? Monisha Ravisetti was a science writer at CNET. She covered climate ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. When foraging, bumblebees often have a choice to make. Do they go ...

CHICO — Think you know animals? A visit to the dual exhibits at the Gateway Science Museum might provide you with some surprises. “Bombus! The Natural History of Bumble Bees” takes a close look at ...

Tiny worms have found a way to travel by hitchhiking on other animals, and scientists have now discovered that they use electricity to "jump" on their ride. The worms were found to leap at a high ...

Bee season is all the buzz in North Carolina. Last week, we told you about carpenter bees, which are one of the most effective pollinators in in the state. Unfortunately, they can also leave behind ...