New task-setting study shows that male bumblebees are more active and adaptable

Male bumblebees are more active and flexible in behavior than female bees, new University of Chester–led research has found, after creating tasks to analyze how the insects explore, recognize colors and learn to earn rewards. The study by researchers from the University of Chester in collaboration with Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK Ltd (Deeside), Newcastle University and the University of Sheffield has highlighted how the different roles of female workers and male drones shape their behavior and ability to change in new surroundings.