Honey bee populations are again declining, threatening crops. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Dave Hunter, who raises the unsung hero of the orchard (and champion pollinator), the Mason bee.

The Buzzy B serves as a go-to resource for local families in Colorado. It’s designed to keep parents informed about community events, share local news, and offer ...

Scientists estimate there are about 4,000 species of native bees in the U.S.—and they’re both cooler and ecologically more ...

Gardeners can attract bees to our gardens with the right mix of plants and flowers. Here are several key tips on landscaping ...

Honey bees are dying at alarming rates across the United States. Beekeepers in the United States lost more than 55 percent of managed colonies last year. A new study supports a novel method for ...

Since Darwin's time, the phenomenon known as flower constancy -- i.e., where insects consistently visit the same flower type even when many others are also present -- has been understood as a passive ...

Because insects are generally small, humans tend to underestimate their intelligence. However, from their complex social ...

The BYU Apiology Association, or "Bee Club" hosts fun activities each month where people can get together and learn about bees.

Leafcutter bees have sharp jaws resembling serrated knives, yet they are surprisingly docile. These hard-working bees are known for slicing through plant leaves, leaving signature holes in their wake.