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Scientists have discovered a new bee species named 'Lucifer' due to distinctive horn-like structures on females, which may serve as defense mechanisms. The name was inspired by the Netflix series Lucifer, and the discovery highlights the importance of bee conservation and understanding biodiversity.
Scientists in Australia discovered a new bee species, Megachile lucifer, with devil-like horns, named after the Netflix show Lucifer. The species was found in Western Australia and is the first new bee in its group in over 20 years. Its horns may serve functions like accessing flowers or defending nests. The discovery underscores the importance of studying native bees, which are under threat from habitat loss and climate change, with many species still undescribed.