SciTechDaily
By University of California – RiversideMay 22, 2026
California scientists discovered hybrid honeybees that may naturally repel one of the deadliest parasites threatening pollinators.
Southern California is home to an unusual type of honeybee that may help researchers better understand how to protect struggling pollinators. Across the United States, commercial honeybee colonies are collapsing under pressure from deadly parasites, but this locally adapted hybrid bee population appears far better at surviving the threat.
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