Scientists Unveil 'Lucifer' Bee with Devilish Horns in Australia
Researchers at Curtin University have discovered a new bee species, named Megachile (Hackeriapis) lucifer, in Western Australia. This unique insect, with its striking horns, was found while surveying a critically endangered wildflower. The discovery emphasizes the urgent need for biodiversity awareness, especially amid climate change and mining threats.
Kit Prendergast, who led the research, highlighted that many mining companies neglect to survey for native bees, risking the loss of crucial pollinators. This finding coincides with Australian Pollinator Week, underscoring bees' vital role in ecosystems.
What other undiscovered species might be lurking?
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