Scientists from the University of Agricultural Sciences (Bengaluru), Nagaland University, and Central Agricultural University (Imphal) discovered a new species of stingless honey bee in Nagaland. Found living up to 80 cm beneath moist soil in the Medziphema region, this discovery highlights the rich and understudied biodiversity of Northeast India. The discovery also provides vital insights into subterranean pollinator behavior and unique insect anatomy.