Not All Bees Have a Queen. Two Bug Experts Explain Why.
Since lots of bees successfully live without a queen, what is it that queens provide for the bee species that do have them?
Bees Learn to Dance Like Humans Learn to Talk
Many young animals learn by mimicking their elders — and researchers just found out how important that practice is for honeybees.
Honey bees in Vietnam have a surprising defense against murder hornets
It might not be pleasant, but it gets the job done.
Study: Bees might survive the climate crisis — but only some species
Bees are evolving in real-time due to warming temperatures.
Bees and humans have a shocking skill in common, new study reveals
This revelation could unearth new details about the history of our own brains.
Tiffany Haddish Thinks Her Bees Are From Outer Space
The Landscape With Invisible Hand star reveals her passion for her bees — and the mysterious plant they feed on.
Why do queen bees live so long? The answer reveals a truth about lifespans
Here’s how they do it.
A common pesticide could be devastating to some bee species
Hive-less bees may be particularly vulnerable — posing a threat to pollinators worldwide.
A new study reveals surprising similarities between bees and humans
The worker bee has a will.
A new map reveals the secret life of bees
Bees are fascinating creatures, and this map shows their true diversity.
Study reveals bees' brains are much more powerful than we thought
If a tiny bug's brain can do math, so can you.
Can bees count to 5? Scientists had to sweeten the deal to find out
Just add it to the list of math skills bees have.
Why Flowers May Be Partially to Blame for the Deaths of Wild Bumblebees
"We wanted to test this widely stated but largely untested hypothesis."
Bees Are Disappearing. Shop Bee-Related Goods to Keep 'Em Around.
You too can help save the bees!
Scientists Are Surprised That Bees Can Learn, Remember, and Match Symbols
The difference between bees and humans is not as great as we thought.
Help Save the Bees by Supporting This Girl-Owned Lemonade Brand
The best lemonade stand you ever saw is right here!
A Common Pesticide Has a Severe Effect on Bees, and It's Surprising Scientists
"That could have serious implications in terms of the resources that foraging bees are able to reach."
Pornhub: 'Beesexual' Is the Adult Site's Newest Philanthropic Campaign
Bees That Happily Feast on Human Tears Are More Common Than You Might Think
Blood, sweat, and tears takes on a whole new meaning.
How Cute, Sensor-Filled Backpacks for Bees Can Help Feed the Planet: Video
Straight out of Black Mirror.
Actually, Honey Bees Aren't the Only Insect to Produce Nectar
They're just the most famous.
Thousands of Bees Descending on NYC's Times Square Reveal a Tumultuous Hive
“Bees don’t swarm without warning."
The $11 Billion California Almond Economy Relies on Honey Bees to Thrive
You can thank bees for your almond milk.
Bees Understand the Abstract Math Concept of Zero, New Study Shows
Scientists trained bees to recognize zero as less than other numbers.
Puerto Rico's 'Gentle Killer Bees' Could Prevent the Bee Apocalypse
This new breed of bees is exactly what farmers need.
Nicotine Turns Bees Into Nectar-Sucking Addicts
Common pesticides are made of a closely related chemical.
We Taught Bees to Play Soccer to Figure Out Their Brain
These tiny machines have some serious brainpower.
This National Bee Map Warns Us of a Future Food Crisis
We're losing bees where we need them the most.
Zika Panic Caused Needless Bee Deaths in South Carolina
What a freaking waste.
How Spraying for Zika Ended Up Killing Millions of Bees
A whole lot went wrong here.
