Invasive Species 2 The Hive -

Back in the Delta, the beekeepers have switched from Langstroth hives to underground bunkers—literally. They bury modified coolers lined with wire mesh, lowering their queen bees into the earth each night. By day, they patrol with electric tennis rackets and prayer.

Suddenly, the largest beetle reared up. Its back split open with a wet squelch , revealing not wings, but a pulsating membrane that glowed a sickly neon green. Before Aris could hit the containment protocol button, the beetle fired a dart-like spine. It shattered the glass. invasive species 2 the hive

"Hive," he croaked, the word tasting like honey. Back in the Delta, the beekeepers have switched