Briefing chat: How hovering bumblebees keep their cool

Briefing chat: How hovering bumblebees keep their cool

• Bumblebees hover and fan themselves with wings to regulate body temperature during flight. • Wing flapping creates a micro‑airflow that dissipates heat, preventing overheating. •

Science · February 24, 2026 (updated February 24, 2026) · 1 min · 146 words