In the world of bees, honey bees get a lot of attention and right now, massive numbers of honey bees are disappearing. This phenomenon, known as colony collapse disorder, threatens both beekeeping ...

Welcome to Good News Stories, a feature series where together with Murdoch University, we’re shining a spotlight on the people and West Aussie businesses sparking positive change. Perth-based PhD ...

Rockhampton Zoo was buzzing with excitement this morning as more than 30 eager participants joined in the Zoo's first native bee hotel workshop, with a special focus on solitary bee nesting. The hands ...

You can see them out gathering pollen sometimes, on a warm sunny winter day. It helps if you have some nectar and pollen plants. Recently I was at a local nursery and saw a table full of Gaillardia.

Miami’s beautiful greenery, and especially its trees, help minimize heat and overall intense climate impacts on all creatures ...

New research highlights the need for a broader approach to attracting fairy-wrens and other beloved birds to our gardens.

A recently published study has shown how solar farms planted with native grasses and wildflowers have caused insect populations to flourish. The research, conducted over a five-year period at two ...

As I drive to and from winter recreation sites in the Central Gorge and nearby mountains, I can’t help but notice the native plants that also call this area home.

Megan Grainger is a committee member for the Apiculture New Zealand Science and Research Focus. She carries out research on mānuka honey and other native honeys, and has worked on projects with ...