Research shows honeybees can identify and steer clear of unhealthy food.

Honeybees have developed a mechanism to identify food with an unsuitable balance of essential amino acids, allowing them to limit their intake and avoid harmful consumption. Additionally, they have found a way to nourish their young by mixing pollen from various flowers and processing it in the hive, creating nutrient-rich secretions tailored to the needs of developing larvae. These discoveries challenge the belief that pollen is inherently the perfect food for bees.