The genome sequence of a braconid wasp, (Telenga, 1941).

We present a genome assembly from an individual female (braconid wasp; Arthropoda; Insecta; Hymenoptera; Braconidae). The genome sequence spans 110.70 megabases.

Coupled information networks drive honeybee (Apis mellifera) collective foraging.

Collective behaviour by eusocial insect colonies is typically achieved through multiple communication networks that produce complex behaviour at the group level but often appear to provide redundant or even competing information. A classic example occurs in honeybee (Apis mellifera) colonies, where both the dance communication system and robust scent-based mechanisms contribute to the allocation of a colony's workforce by regulating the flow of experienced foragers among known food sources. Here we analysed social connectivity patterns during the reactivation of experienced foragers to familiar feeding sites to show that these social information pathways are not simply multiple means to achieve the same end but intersect to play complementary roles in guiding forager behaviour.

Using citizen science data to assess the population genetic structure of the common yellowjacket wasp, Vespula vulgaris.

Monitoring insect genetic diversity and population structure has never been more important to manage the biodiversity crisis. Citizen science has become an increasingly popular tool to gather ecological data affordably across a wide range of spatial and temporal scales. To date, most insect-related citizen science initiatives have focused on occurrence and abundance data.