Bees Can Detect Electric Fields Generated By Flowers

Flowers develop weak electric fields as a result of their natural negative charge and the positive charge of approaching bees. Bees can sense these fields, which helps them distinguish between visited and unvisited flowers.

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Published: March 27, 2026
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