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Lars Chittka

Professor of Sensory and Behavioural Ecology at Queen Mary, University of London, renowned for his research on bee cognition and pollination.

Top 3 podcasts with Lars Chittka

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Apr 3, 2025 • 50min

Pollination

In this engaging discussion, Beverley Glover, Director of the Cambridge University Botanic Garden, Jane Memmott, Professor of Ecology, and Lars Chittka, Professor of Sensory and Behavioural Ecology, dive into the intricate dance of pollination. They explore the clever strategies plants use to attract pollinators, revealing the sophisticated cognition of bees in flower selection. The conversation highlights the alarming decline in pollinator populations and its implications for ecosystems and agriculture, emphasizing the urgent need for biodiversity and conservation.
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Apr 3, 2025 • 50min

Pollination

Join Beverley Glover, Director of the Cambridge University Botanic Garden, Jane Memmott, a Professor at the University of Bristol, and Lars Chittka, an expert in bee cognition at Queen Mary University. They delve into the remarkable dance between plants and their insect pollinators. Discover how plants attract insects with vivid colors and enticing scents, and learn about the sophisticated intelligence of bees in navigation and decision-making. They also discuss the crucial role of pollinators in agriculture and the alarming decline of pollen availability in Britain.
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Feb 28, 2025 • 51min

BEE-lieve It or Not! Bees Count, Dream and Even Recognize You

Zoologist Lars Chittka reveals that bees are not just buzzing insects; they can solve puzzles, have personalities, and even recognize humans! He dives into the implications of bee consciousness for humanity. Meanwhile, chef Sylvan Mishima Brackett shares secrets for perfecting hot spring eggs and ruby grapefruit jelly, merging nature and culinary art. Plus, the intriguing world of bee heists and the challenges of almond farming highlight the essential role bees play in our ecosystem.