Science
Big bumblebees ‘learn spots of best flowers’ – East Lothian Courier
University of Exeter scientists examined the ‘learning flights’ which most bees perform after leaving flowers.
Big bumblebees take time to learn the locations of the best flowers, new research shows.Meanwhile, smaller bumblebees – which have a shorter flight range and less carrying capacity – do not pay special attention to flowers with the richest nectar.University of Exeter scientists examined the “learning flights” which most bees perform after leaving flowers.
Big bumblebees take time to learn the locations of the best flowers, new research shows (Natalie Hempel de Ibarra/University of Exeter/PA)
Honeybees…
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