Tests show they chose to play with the ball rather than go for a treat
Bees can play football!
In a series of experiments, bumble bees were repeatedly seen rolling a little wooden ball, despite having no incentive to do so.
Further tests show they chose to play with the ball rather than go for a treat, which supports the idea they're playing the game for pleasure.
Researchers at the Queen Mary University of London, also reported younger bees were busier on the ball compared to older bees, with some swarming over the ball 117 times.
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