ANCIENT BEES

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Dec 17 2025SCIENCE

Bees That Built Homes in Bones: A Strange Discovery

In a cave on Hispaniola, scientists found something odd: ancient bees that nested inside animal bones. This is not typical bee behavior. Most bees build hives or nests above ground. But these bees, named Osnidum almontei, did something different. They used the hollow parts of bones to make their hom

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Dec 17 2025SCIENCE

Bees Built Homes in Ancient Owl Leftovers

Deep inside a cave, a peculiar story unfolded. Giant owls, with their big eyes and even bigger appetites, left behind a mess. They ate their prey and then spat out bone pellets. These pellets created a cozy spot for bees. Scientists found something strange in the cave. They saw odd shapes in the tee

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