How well do you know your garden bees? - In the run-up to World Bee Day, it’s time to spot these important pollinators.

Bumble bee survival depends on nest location and extreme heat. Underground nests protect colonies, while aboveground nests ...

New research finds that higher temperatures can actually benefit some bumble bee species—particularly those that make subterranean nests. However, periods of extreme heat appear to offset those ...

The ability to detect viruses and other harmful pathogens is highly advantageous for animals, as it can guide their behavior ...

Enjoy this look at how bees see in ultraviolet and even sense electric fields! Spring is in the air!! We're all thawing out from winter's chill, and for bees and flowers this season is about one thing ...

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Another easy way to keep carpenter bees away is to rub almond oil directly over surfaces because they don’t like the scent.