Scientists make 'superfood' that could save honeybees
Summary
Scientists at the University of Oxford have created a "superfood" for honeybees. This new supplement helps bees grow and survive better even when there is not enough pollen available. The development could help address the decline in honeybee populations worldwide.Key Facts
- Scientists designed a supplement to help honeybees overcome threats from climate change and habitat loss.
- The superfood allows colonies to produce up to 15 times more baby bees that grow into adults compared to regular food.
- Honeybees are crucial for pollinating many important crops globally.
- In the US, honeybee colonies have faced high loss rates, between 40-50% each year over the last decade.
- The supplement includes sterols, essential nutrients for bees, which were difficult to produce before this breakthrough.
- Beekeepers often replace honey with supplementary food, but previous substitutes lacked the full nutrients bees needed.
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