Flowers are not only beautiful to look at, but they also play a vital role in the reproduction of plants. To spread their pollen and create seeds, many flowers rely on the help of animal pollinators, such as bees and butterflies. But how do these insects see flowers? And what makes them so attracted to […]
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The Beeholder’s Eye – A Glimpse at the Bee’s Amazing Organ
The bee’s eye is a marvel of biology. It is covered with hairs that act as a shield against pollen and consists of thousands of small lenses called ommatidia. These lenses allow the bee to see a range of colors, including ultraviolet, and are highly sensitive to movement. This enables the bee to spot flowers […]