Ancient Mummified Bees Discovered near Portugal's Coast, Dating Back to King Solomon's Era

Mummified cocoons of Eucera bees dating back 3,000 years have been discovered off the coast of Portugal, providing exceptional preservation of the bees' anatomical details, sex, and even the pollen left by the mother. This unique find sheds light on bee populations from ancient times and may offer insights into addressing the current global bee crisis caused by farming practices and climate change.