Picture shows the Asian Hornet specimen recovered in Dublin, undated. Scientists have underlined the importance of remaining 'vigilant' regarding the possible invasion of a predatory hornet species in Ireland. (Dr Aidan O’Hanlon, NewsX/Bee)
Picture shows lab-kept honey bees, undated. Despite improved standards for keeping honey bees in the lab, UMD research shows caged bees have shorter lifespans than they did 50 years ago, suggesting something other than environmental conditions could be causing higher rates of honey bee colony loss for commercial bee keepers. (Anthony Nearman, UMD, NewsX/Bee)
Gene Research Could Hold Key To Reversing Honey Bee Decline
Illustrative image of a bumblebee on flower, undated. (NewsX/Bee)