Pollinators
2025 assessment highlights pollinator extinction risks in North America
A comprehensive 2025 assessment of nearly 1,600 native North American pollinators found that over one in five species face elevated extinction risk. Commercial beekeepers reported unprecedented 60-70% colony losses between June 2024 and March 2025, the worst since 2006. These declines underscore interconnected threats like pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change.
Bee Parasite Spreads Globally Affecting Pollinators
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A new bee parasite is spreading worldwide, potentially impacting billions of pollinators as reported on September 15, 2025. This could threaten agriculture and ecosystems. Scientists are investigating containment methods.
Earth911 publishes inspiration on the hum of bees
Earth911 has released an inspirational piece highlighting the vital hum of bees in nature. The article, written by Vanessa Pinkley, emphasizes the role of pollinators in ecosystems. It serves as a gentle call to appreciate and protect these essential creatures.
Pollen contains natural antimicrobials to protect bee colonies
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Scientists have identified natural antimicrobial compounds in pollen that could safeguard bee colonies against infections. The discovery, detailed in a recent study, highlights pollen's role beyond nutrition in bee health. This finding offers potential new strategies for managing bee diseases amid declining populations.