The world has far more bees than anyone realized. Scientists have, for the first time, estimated just how many species of ...

A new paper provides the first statistically derived estimate of bee species richness around the world. But this is about ...

When honey bees find a good source of food, they return to their hive and perform a waggle dance. It consists of a series of movements that communicate the direction and distance to nectar, pollen or ...

Bee species around the world are facing devastating declines, and researchers are warning that we are running out of time to save them. According to new research, up to 25% of known bee species ...

A new mobile classroom from the Honeybee Discovery Center is set to bring hands-on honeybee education directly to students ...

Bee stings can cause pain, swelling, and, in some cases, allergic reactions. The sting site can swell for 48 hours after the sting, and swellings can vary in size. Symptoms should resolve in around a ...

A bee sting can be anything from a mild annoyance to a life-threatening injury. Besides the well-known side effects of a bee sting, it’s important to watch out for infection. Although infections are ...