News
Bumblebees with backpacks
Right now in Tasmania’s south a group of queen bumblebees are sporting the very latest in insect fashion.
Tag: pollination
History & Culture
200 years since the honey bee came to our shores, it’s hard to imagine an Australia without it
On the bicentenary of the European honey bee’s introduction to Australia, should we be celebrating? We take a look at the effects – good and bad – the honey bee has had on our environment and society.
News
New species of teddy bear bee discovered
Yet another new species of teddy bear bee has been discovered in northern Queensland during a ‘bush blitz’ of the area.
News
Bees have too much buzz
Native pollinators are being overlooked in favour of the well-known honey bee, according to new research.
Science & Environment
Orchids: The coy seduction
More so than in any other country, our orchids are deceitful temptresses, with powerful perfume and come-hither good looks.