The scientific community is ecstatic about a recent breakthrough in bee research that offers hope for the survival of the endangered rusty-patched bumblebee. In a collaborative effort, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) have jointly unveiled a detailed genetic map of the rusty-patched bumblebee. This significant accomplishment is a key component of the expansive Beenome 100 project, led by ARS and the University of Illinois. The project aims to construct a comprehensive collection of highly detailed genome maps for more than 100 bee species indigenous to the United … Continue reading Hope for the Rusty-Patched Bumblebee: Genetic Clues Revealed in Bee Research