Bees Without Mothers More Prone To Disease: Study

Mom's the word for bees as they help stave off disease, according to a new study. Researchers found that family-orientated bees lacking a mother figure are more susceptible to disease and parasites during the early stages of their development. PHOTO BY ANTE HAMERSMIT/UNSPLASH

Mom’s the word for bees as they help stave off disease, according to a new study.

Researchers found that family-orientated bees lacking a mother figure are more susceptible to disease and parasites during the early stages of their development.