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California’s Native Bumble Bees Will Soon Become Protected Species

California’s Native Bumble Bees Will Soon Become Protected Species

Have you heard the buzz? Four species of California’s native bumble bees will soon be protected under state law. The California Fish and Game Commission recently voted to begin the process of classifying the four species as endangered. Last year, a coalition of food safety and conservation groups kicked things off by filing a legal… Continue Reading

Study Suggests That Bees Can Understand Numerical Symbols

Study Suggests That Bees Can Understand Numerical Symbols

A new study suggests that bees can be trained to understand numerical symbols, implying that these fascinating creatures are capable of tackling far more complex cognitive tasks than previously thought. In a paper published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B, an Australian and French research team claims to have taught honeybees to match… Continue Reading