Observatory: Honeybee Colonies Benefit From Queen’s Promiscuity

Monday, March 19, 2012 - 21:20 in Biology & Nature

Queens that mate with many males have more “good” bacteria in their hives, a study finds, probably improving the health and nutrition of their colonies.

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