Lack of maternal care affects development, microbiome and health of wild bees

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Source: Sandra Rehan, York University

Most wild bees are solitary, but one tiny species of carpenter bees fastidiously cares for and raises their offspring, an act that translates into huge benefits to the developing bee’s microbiome, development and health.

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