Honey bees symmetrically organize nest contents, benefiting brood development and temperature control, consistent across species. Symmetry is everywhere and serves a myriad of purposes. Humans find ...

Beekeepers say it can be especially challenging to raise honeybees in the Midwest. Parasites, pesticides and extreme weather ...

An international group of researchers, led by the Smith Bee Lab at Auburn University, have now shown that honey bees ...

Although certainly not the most dangerous creature to encounter on the island of K’gari, stingless bees are far and above the ...

Welcome to the magical world of beekeeping, where nature's most prominent architects create the most significant sweet ...

A local beekeeper has been accused of taking another beekeeper’s colony of honey bees and equipment off the side of a ...

Electric light is known to disrupt the circadian rhythms of people. A study at UC San Diego shows it also affects the sleep ...

Scientists uncover how a single gene drives honey bee cooperation, revealing the genetic basis behind hive behavior and social unity.

Researchers investigate how the complex, cooperative behavior of honey bees (Apis mellifera) is genetically programmed so that it can be passed on to subsequent generations. They found an answer in ...

A little scientific knowledge goes a long way: a beekeeper who understands how these fascinating creatures work will be ...