They chew the fiber and then shape the paper-like material into hexagonal cells; some nests contain up to 200 cells. The primary purpose of a wasp nest is to protect the queen, her eggs, and larvae.
Where in the world are there bees that couldn't care less about flowers, but sure love to sink their mouths into dead animal carcasses? The trigona hypogea, a South American bee that not only collects ...
Researchers have discovered a brand new species of sawfly from an amazingly preserved fossil found in Australia. This is a great discovery – but we need to remember that sawflies are not flies at all.
Her diet, including honeydew, insects, and sometimes her own infected larvae, supports egg production. This cannibalistic behavior defends against fungal infections, recycling nutrients for future ...