Bumblebees bite plants to make them flower early, surprising scientists
By A Mystery Man Writer
Last updated 08 Jul 2024
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How it actually works remains a mystery, but if replicated by humans, it could be a boon for agriculture.
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Bumblebees Bite Plants to Force Earlier Bloom
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The ABC's of Plants for Bees! – The Garden Professors™
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The Amazing Story Of How Bees And Flowers Talk To Each Other
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