Bumble bees show an induced preference for flowers when primed with caffeinated nectar and a target floral odor
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cub.2021.06.068
Abstract: Caffeine is a widely occurring plant defense chemical1,2 that occurs in the nectar of some plants, e.g., Coffea or Citrus spp., where it may influence pollinator behavior to enhance pollination.3,4 Honey bees fed caffeine form… read more here.
Keywords: caffeinated nectar; target; floral odor; bumble bees ... See more keywords