The ever-dwindling population of honeybees in North America and Europe is not a new problem. With a few rare blips on the survival tracking charts, nearly 45 percent of honeybee colonies still die annually. A group of Japanese scientists, however, believe a tiny drone could become a solution to the pollination deficit caused by the decline in the bee populations, if they can control the drones, of course.
Could Tiny Drones Replace Honeybees?
Key Takeaways:
- The rapid decline in honeybee populations, with nearly 45% of colonies dying annually, poses a significant threat to global food production reliant on pollination.
- Japanese scientists are developing tiny, hummingbird-sized drones, modified with horsehair and a sticky gel, to mimic honeybees and carry out artificial pollination.
- A major hurdle is developing autonomous, GPS-based control for these drones, as they currently require human operators to be practical for widespread use.
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