A study of wildflower planting within agri-environment schemes has demonstrated that the practice can support a diverse array of economically beneficial insect species, not just prominent pollinators such as wild bees and hoverflies. The study demonstrates the high conservation potential of wildflower planting within agricultural landscapes and the value of insects outside the traditional focus of conservation efforts.

To estimate the losses of wild pollinators across Great Britain, a study mapped records of 353 wild bee and hoverfly species, collected across the country from 1980 to 2013. It found that a third of species decreased, while a tenth increased. On average, the geographic range of bee and hoverfly species declined by a quarter, which equates to a net loss of 11 species from each 1km grid square (with uncommon species more harshly affected), highlighting a significant risk to biodiversity, pollinators, and their ecosystems.

Honeybees and bumblebees prefer feeding on nectar laced with certain neonicotinoid pesticides to uncontaminated food, new research has shown. Far from the predictions of some, that bees would avoid food contaminated with neonicotinoid pesticides if given the choice, a new study has shown that bees did not avoid any of the three most common neonicotinoids: imidacloprid, thiamethoxam or clothianidin. Furthermore, they showed a preference for imidacloprid and thiamethoxam over uncontaminated sugar solutions.

The use of pesticides in orchards may be threatening populations of wild bees, which are important pollinators that increase crop productivity, a new study concludes. However, the damage was mitigated in areas where the orchards were surrounded by natural landscapes, such as deciduous forests.

Company co-founder and namesake passed away, leaving 'for greener fields and wilder woods.'

Researchers make headway in fight against devastating disorder by breeding bees with the ability to seek out and remove varroa mites.

Consider helping our honeybees by planting native flowers.

'Inception' star chats with Bill Maher about colony collapse disorder and how industrialized farming is harming bee populations.

Things were hunky-dory for Ontario homeowners Loretta and Kevin Yates until their ceilings started to crack and ooze honey. Time to call an exorcist? Or an apia

Police are looking for suspects in the apian assault.

You don't have to become a beekeeper (unless you really want to) to show your children how important these pollinators are.

Bees that ate the immune-boosting chemicals showed activation in genes known to help them fight parasites and break down pesticides.

Markus Imhoof's new documentary balances microphotography with compelling storytelling. The film will debut on June 10.

In an effort to promote awareness about declining bee populations, a market removes all the food that relies on bees from its produce department.

Beekeeping experts warn that too many urban hives may mean there isn't enough food for bees.

Australian scientists are attaching sensors to bees to track their movements and study colony collapse disorder.

New research conducted in the UK reveals that diseases common in "managed" bees are now reaching wild populations.

Chris Burley and Ei Ei Khin have an ambitious goal: Grow 1 million wildflowers to help threatened honeybee populations.

The president steps up efforts to protect the pollinators — and their $24 billion contribution to the U.S. economy.

With stingers that are harmless to humans, stingless bees could be the pollinators that save the day.

A photographer has caught fascinating slow-motion footage of honeybees flying, working and even stinging.

The designer of the Bee Saver, a bioplastic keychain that contains artificial nectar, believes small acts can make a big difference.

The Oregon city suspended the use of any insecticide containing neonicotinoids, but not everyone is happy.

Mushroom extracts have been shown to reduce the presence of bee-killing viruses.

Seven species of Hawaiian pollinators are the first bees added to the U.S. endangered species list — but they're unlikely to be the last.

Test your knowledge of the wild world of animal mating.

Life across the globe depends on bees, butterflies, birds, bats and other pollinators. Test your knowledge about these vital creatures.

Scientists scramble to understand the causes of colony collapse disorder.

Did you know you could be polluting the air in your house by burning candles? Learn more here.

Experts say it is one of the largest documented bee deaths in the Western U.S.

A bee memorial service is being held this Sunday to remember the 50,000 pollinators killed by pesticides at an Oregon Target store.

Pyrethroid pesticides stunt the growth of bumblebees, a new study finds, resulting in smaller workers that may be less adept at foraging.

A buzzworthy new discovery might help explain the alarming speed of colony collapse disorder.

Another tragedy highlights the need to protect these precious insects.

Colony collapse disorder is claiming many of North America and Europe's bees. But there are simple things you can do to help keep them buzzing.

Markus Imhoof investigates the crisis in his dramatic documentary. A Q&A with the director of 'More Than Honey.'

Honey bees between pollination gigs still need to eat. Efforts are underway to keep them from starving when they’re off the clock.

Developed at the University of Helsinki, PrimeBEE allows immunological signals to be passed from a queen bee to her offspring.

Despite its petite size, Bi(h)OME carves out ample room for urban wildlife.

Conservationist Clay Bolt is using his images to influence laws and protect species.

Actor doesn't even wear a veil to protect himself because, clearly, all living things love Morgan Freeman.

Mowing a lawn every two weeks instead of weekly can boost the abundance of bees, according to a new study.

Virginia Tech researchers have deciphered and codified the honey bee language with remarkable precision.

Bees often flit around with yellow saddlebags, called pollen baskets, hanging from their hind legs.

The bees were staying alive by drinking the woman's tears.

Hives of honeybees do 'the wave' by shaking their booties. The wave pattern, called "shimmering,", requires impressive coordination.

Scientists find the gene that gives bumblebees their unique patterns — and the rest of us fair warning.

Bus stops in the Dutch city of Utrecht now have gardens specifically to help the bee population.

Honeybees Sweetened Life for Stone Age Humans

Those food storage beeswax cloths and bags you've been noticing? They work.