AI Article Synopsis
- Certain bees use a technique called floral sonication, where they bite tubular anthers while contracting their muscles to release pollen.
- This process not only helps the bees collect pollen but also serves to gather food for their larvae.
- A recent study highlights that the location and method of their biting are crucial for maximizing their pollen collection efficiency.
Article Abstract
Certain bees bite tubular anthers while contracting their flight muscles. This floral sonication ejects pollen grains that the bees collect as larval food. Bees bite and buzz simultaneously. A new study shows that where and how they bite is essential for efficient pollen collection.
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