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Bumblebee species able to survive underwater for up to a week
Common eastern bumblebee queens’ ability while hibernating could help it endure flooding, scientists say
Bumblebees might be at home in town and country but now researchers have found at least one species that is even more adaptable: it can survive underwater.
Scientists have revealed queens of the common eastern bumblebee, a species widespread in eastern North America, can withstand submersion for up to a week when hibernating.
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