Tag: ecology
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Bumblebee-bothering, pollen-pilfering honey bees
Flowers and insects have a long history of coevolution. Insects as pollinators are rewarded with nectar and pollen. Some bees exploit this and engage in nectar robbery. Honey bees in Italy have been observed stealing pollen from bumblebees, contributing to a range of pollen-gathering behaviors. Honey robbery from hives by…
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The amazing athel tamarisk
The post broadly considers the importance of water for plants. Specifically, it highlights the study by Al-Handawi et al. (2023) which investigated athel tamarisk and its ability to extract water from the atmosphere. That phenomenon has interesting biological consequences, and potential for water collection technologies. The post concludes with Mr.…
Plant Cuttings 