The Secret Minds of Bees – A Conversation with Dr. Lars Chittka

At Brain Bar, we had the honor of hosting Dr. Lars Chittka, Queen Mary University's renowned behavioral ecologist, for a fascinating discussion with Iain Lindsay—now available on YouTube!

Bees are far more intelligent than we think. They can count, recognize each other's faces, and even form bonds with humans. But how do we know all of this? Can they recognize their keeper? And if you ever had to, what’s the most humane way to kill a bee?

Dr. Chittka shares insights from his groundbreaking research, offering a glimpse into the complex minds of these tiny creatures.

Watch the full conversation now!