This is thought to be part of the reasons queens outlive worker bees. The gut bacteria of queen bees are thought to be connected to their much longer lifespans as well. If you ever bought a bottle ...

The queen bee research is the long shot idea, but the rewards are huge. If the scientists are able to unlock the mysteries of the long life of the queen, then this could provide the key to ...

The curious case of the queen bee has long had scientists pondering whether the head of the hive harbours the secret to a long and healthy life. While queen bees and workers have nearly identical DNA, ...

I pull off the main street in Wisconsin Dells onto Bowman Road to get a supply of local honey. The “honey guy’s” truck is ...

And it’s important because while a queen bee can live around five years, the average bee only has about a monthlong life span. That means hive checks also require an inspection of the eggs laid ...