For the first time, research shows that a key social trait in honey bees is linked to measurable physiological advantages that can improve colony survival. A study published in PLOS One uncovers how ...

Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists have taken the first step towards a weapon against the major honey bee parasite Nosema ceranae. There is currently no treatment for this parasite. This ...

There is growing evidence of a fungi pandemic affecting bees Nosema causes frailty, lethargy and, has negative effects on male bees' genitalia Despite being a major threat, little is known about ...

May 17 (UPI) --When fed probiotics, bee colonies are more resistant to nosemosis, a fungal infection linked with colony collapse disorder. Nosemosis, or nosema disease, is caused by a single-celled ...

For the first time, research shows that a key social trait in honey bees is linked to measurable physiological advantages that can improve colony survival. A new study published in PLOS ONE uncovers ...