Genomics clarified a conservation mystery.

A recent study used genome-wide markers to resolve the species status of the declining western bumble bee (Bombus occidentalis) — finding strong support for splitting it into two distinct species: B. occidentalis and B. mckayi.

To get there, researchers enriched samples with a bee-ant-specific myBaits kits from Daicel Arbor Biosciences, enabling high-resolution phylogenomic analysis.

This work underscores the power of molecular tools in biodiversity research and pollinator conservation.

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