females

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Male bees appeared first during warm periods in April, while females emerged several days later.

From Science Daily • May 28, 2026

Simba Safari’s three adult females, originally from another zoo, were more aloof, though one came close for a while.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

“The Boroughs” introduces the newest member of Davis’ gallery of strong and fierce females who have characterized her career.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Only male hedgehogs are chosen to avoid disturbing nesting females.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

As the females greeted one another, he got a good running start and re-created Anastasia’s charge.

From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer