Picture shows Queen Mary University of London campus, undated. A scientific survey suggesting that insects do feel pain has drawn mixed reactions from experts. (NewsX/Bee)
Honeybee steals pollen off the backs of bumblebees, undated. Researchers on a leisure-time hiking trip have discovered how honeybees pilfer pollen from their bumblebee peers. (T. Londei and G. Marzi/Apidologie 2023, NewsX/Bee)
Illustrative image shows Thermacell MR300 Portable Mosquito Repeller, undated. A popular mosquito repellent has been found safe to use around honeybees. (NewsX/Bee)
Picture shows different pollen types captured via a microscope, undated. Scientists in Great Britain are combining rapid imaging with artificial intelligence in a bid to find out more about past flora and reduce the symptoms of hayfever sufferers. (The University of Exeter, NewsX/Bee)