In celebration of World Bee Day, celebrated on May 20th, the Beepoll project has joined forces with numerous beekeepers to install advanced sensors in beehives across the Maltese islands. This...
Researchers at Queen Mary University have made a groundbreaking discovery showcasing bees’ capacity for complex social learning, a trait previously believed to be exclusive to humans. In a pioneering experiment,...
As winter officially sets in and temperatures drop, the majority of bees and wasps enter a hibernation state. However, honey bees stand out by remaining active throughout the cold season....
Dr. Mario Balzan presented ongoing research at the Ecological Society of America 2023 Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon, focusing on understanding plant-pollinator interactions. The presentation delved into the effects of...
The Oriental hornet continues to pose a challenge that impacts beekeepers. Modern technology enables the general public to actively contribute as citizen scientists by reporting sightings of these hornets and...
Introduction: We are thrilled to introduce HornetPlot, a groundbreaking app that empowers users to contribute to the monitoring and conservation of the oriental hornet population. HornetPlot combines the power of...
Pollination is a vital process for the survival of ecosystems. It has a significant impact on wild flowering plants, global food crops, and agricultural land. The United Nations designated May...
The impact of Oriental hornets on honey bee colonies can be significant, as they can cause damage to the hive and reduce the population of worker bees. When Oriental hornets...
The garigue in Malta is an important habitat for many species of bees, which play a crucial role in the ecosystem as pollinators. The garigue is home to several species...
The team started creating the first orthophotos using the pixam in-house designed software to extract the first trends for the bees across the islands. Orthophoto creation is the process of...