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Roam Research
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

I discovered the elusive chestnut mining bee in New York after a gap of 119 years

Insects can be found in urban areas, and curiosity can lead to significant discoveries like the chestnut mining bee.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

WATCH: National Geographic's 'Secrets of the Bees' trailer from executive producer James Cameron

For its fifth anniversary, 'Secrets of' turns its lens to one of Earth's smallest yet most vital heroes: bees. Far more than pollinators, bees are socially complex, fast-thinking individuals and the most important insects on our planet. Their impact on the natural world and humanity is immeasurable, and we're only just beginning to see how extraordinary they truly are.
OMG science
Film
fromColossal
6 months ago

Meet the Hive Architect, the Carpenter Independently Installing Homes for Honeybees

Matt Somerville builds and installs around 800 bee homes across the English countryside to support dwindling insect populations.
fromHomebuilding
8 months ago

How to make a bee watering station to help pollinators survive the hot weather - it's a child-friendly activity too

Bees need water not just to stay hydrated, but also to make food for their young and to cool their hives in summer. It's crucial to create a safe, shallow drinking spot with landing zones as bees can drown easily in deep water.
Renovation
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
9 months ago

Letters: By electing Tordillos, S.J. District 3 rejects corporate influence

Voter choice in District 3 reflects rejection of corporate influence in politics.
California must act to protect bees by banning harmful pesticides.
Understanding of environmental challenges is crucial for legislative progress.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Unprecedented' sightings of Asian hornets raise fears for UK bees

The first UK sighting of Vespa velutina in 2016 has led to efforts to control its population, which can devastate local pollinators.
UK news
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