Picture shows a male specimen of an early bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) landing on an Echinacea purpurea flower, undated. It can be found throughout Europe, except for the Iberian peninsula. (Bernie Kohl, NewsX/Bee)
Illustrative image of a bee, undated. (NewsX/Bee)
USDA Presents ‘First-Of-Its-Kind’ Bee Genome Research
Narin Srimorakotmongkol scoops up dozens of honeybees with his bare hands in the province of Phetchabun, Thailand, undated. Apart from the medical facemask Narin wears in one sequence, the policeman abstains from wearing any protective equipment. (Viral Press, NewsX/Bee)
Experts Analyse Thai Beekeeping Clips That Went Viral
Illustrative image of bees, undated. (NewsX/Bee)
Balearic Beekeepers Receive Seeds For Free
Picture shows wildflower strips deployed in Washington, comprising a mix of Hall's aster, Canada goldenrod, Lupine, Sunflower and Yarrow. Small patches of pollinator-friendly planting can have an enormously positive impact on biodiversity, a study carried out by an international team of researchers has confirmed. (Elias Bloom, NewsX/Bee)
Small Floral Strips Found Hugely Beneficial To Bees In Study
Bee drinking from artificial flower, undated. Bumblebees only remember if a flower is sweeter than another one but do not memorise how sweet a blossom is, according to a study by an international panel of experts. (Guangzhou China, NewsX/Bee)