Stingless bees in Peru become the first insects with legal rights. Will it happen globally?

Two municipalities in the Peruvian Amazon have established legal rights for native stingless bees, making them the first insects to gain such recognition. This groundbreaking decision allows these bees to exist, thrive, and be represented in court, potentially paving the way for similar legal protections globally.

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