pollinators Archives

Bee Behavior Affected by Pesticides and Temperature

Climate change and pesticides spell double trouble for bee behavior, but pesticide risk to bees varies depending on the temperature.

Rising temperatures in recent years have been linked to observed shifts in bee phenology. These changes may impact pollination.

To better attract pollinators, plants change the chemical and physical properties of their petals to produce alluring colors.

Home gardens are by far the biggest source of food for pollinating insects, including bees and wasps, in cities and towns.

Insect-friendly urban gardens show great promise to be havens for bees and other pollinators, securing their future and allowing them to thrive.

During the pandemic, acclaimed wildlife filmmaker Martin Dohrn got to know the local pollinators in his garden. Find out what happened.

Bees and other pollinators are part of our agricultural processes and, indeed, life on earth. Find out how and why Andy became a beekeeper.

Ecology Zoology

Meet the pollinators! These are the birds, bees, and more that handle pollination so that we can enjoy the fruits of their labors.

Biology Zoology

Which countries produce the most honey? How much honey does a bee make? Ten fun facts about honeybees and honey.

Biology Zoology

Researchers have found a new and unexpected way that humans are killing off bumblebees. By Emily Rhode Given the continued…