Bumblebees
by Chris, 1 August, 2006, 12 comments
Bumblebees are regarded as nice, gentle creatures; even their buzzing has a placid, reassuring sound. They rarely sting and are important pollinators in orchards, on farms and in our gardens. Sadly, however, they are under threat. Many species of bumblebee are on the decline and have been, according to some authors, since the late 1950’s.
Their decline is often attributed to the introduction of intensive agricultural techniques. For example, Read more...
