Recently, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recognized ten more animal species as Endangered Species, providing them protections under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. These 10 species include 7 species of bees. Endangered status will afford the rusty-patched bumblebee protection under federal law. Bumblebees build their nests in the ground (and other places). Honeybees, however, […]
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Our Native Bumblebees In Trouble
Posted by Hugh on January 22nd, 2017
Posted in Autumn flowering, Bee Favorite, Bees and other pollinators, Beneficial insects, Bumble bees, Container garden, Dahlia, Environmental issues, Flowers, Herbs, Native Plant, Perennials, Planting tips, Pollination needs, Southern Appalachian Region, Spring flowering, Summer flowering, Trees & Shrubs, Wildflower, Winter flowering 
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