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Honeybee parasite could be tripped up by its distinctive walk – study

A tiny parasitic honeybee mite has a distinctive walk, researchers have found. They hope that listening for the unique vibration caused by the Varroa mite’s stride pattern could help them spot if it is infesting a hive. Scientists at Nottingham ...

10 Jul 2023 at 00:01

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Invasive giant hornet which can wipe out beehives declared eradicated in US

The world’s largest hornet, an invasive breed dubbed the “murder hornet” for its dangerous sting and ability to slaughter a honey beehive in a matter of hours, has been declared eradicated in the US. The giant insect was first spotted five ...

18 Dec 2024 at 21:29

Bumblebees ‘prioritise getting maximum calories in shortest time’

Bumblebees prioritise getting as many calories as possible in the shortest amount of time, new research suggests. According to the findings, the insects trade off the time they spend collecting nectar with the energy content of that ...

24 Oct 2023 at 16:00

Scientists identify sound of hovering invasive hornets in move to protect honeybees

Scientists have found ways to remotely detect the sound of invasive Asian hornets hovering outside beehives in a move that could protect honeybees. The Asian or yellow-legged hornet is a non-native predator that feeds on honeybees, ...

07 Apr 2025 at 00:01

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