Often an insect crosses our path in an annoying or threatening manner and our first thought is to squash it. But a more grown-up reaction would be to appreciate the little critter and let it go on its ...

The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. Imagine, for a moment, that you’re a honeybee. In many ways, your world is small. Your four delicate wings, each less than a centimeter ...

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