Scientists discover the hidden brain switch that assigns bees their jobs

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Researchers found that specific brain circuits help decide which jobs bees perform as they age. When those circuits were switched off, older worker bees began caring for the queen again instead of carrying out their normal later-life duties. The findings reveal that a bee colony’

Researchers found that specific brain circuits help decide which jobs bees perform as they age. When those circuits were switched off, older worker bees began caring for the queen again instead of carrying out their normal later-life duties. The findings reveal that a bee colony’ This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking certification. Reported by sciencedaily.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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