One of those really rewarding and relaxing moments with nature ... 🐝🌼 #pollinators Buzzing Scotland

Some of my favourite garden flowers for bees: Rosemary youtu.be/P3v3Z0d7KeU?si… via YouTube

Athayde's latest blog = The facultative shift of sex ratios displayed by some bees is a remarkable survival tool. The power to quickly tilt the offspring's sexual balance could make the difference for a species' success. Blog @ scottishpollinators.wordpress.com/2024/04/16/som…

There are plenty of queen bumblebees about at the moment. You might also be noticing some solitary bees on the wing. Our Children's Activity Sheets offer youngsters an introduction to these fascinating insects and excellent pollinators. nature.scot/doc/childrens-…

Join #BuglifeScotland 's #PollinatorsAlongTheTweed Conservation Officer, Kate, & Buglife #BLines Officer, Rachel, for FIT Count Training!

🗓️ Monday 22 April
🕙 10:30-13:00
📌 East Gate Theatre, EH45 8AD

🐝Learn how to monitor pollinator in your local green spaces.

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We take a look at 'Biodiversity and Glasgow University' in our latest blog. One area of increasing activity is the University’s approach to greenspace management. More @ scottishpollinators.wordpress.com/2024/04/11/bio…

What to plant for bumblebees in April 🪴

#BeeThe Change and plant one (or more!) of these bumblebee favourites. When they flower, they will provide nectar and pollen for hungry bumblebees 🐝

FREE April planting guide 👉 ow.ly/OGKJ50Rc0Yz

How about a little cherry blossom to start the day? A great source of spring pollen and nectar for passing insects, these trees brighten up any green space at this time of year. #pollinators

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Clarke’s mining bees are worth looking out for at this time of year. They forage on willow catkins in spring, and can form large nesting aggregations. #pollinators

With bulbs it is worth remembering that daffodils, whilst very popular, are not the best for pollinators. Why not supplement them if you can with some pollinator friendly bulbs – you might try snowdrop, crocus, allium and grape hyacinth. More info @ nature.scot/doc/planting-p…

Primroses are in flower here now. We are talking about the wild primrose, the pale custard-yellow plant that flowers amongst distinctive crinkly leaves in clusters beneath hedges, around woodlands and on verges. It is a particular favourite of bee-flies. wordpress.com/post/scottishp…

Lovely to see (and hear) so many bumblebees on willow around Loch Morar earlier this week. Willow catkins are more than simply attractive to look at; they are a huge bonus for bees in very early spring when food sources are scarce.
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Asian Hornets are an invasive species which are aggressive predators of honey bees and other important pollinators.

Today Scottish Government has published a contingency plan to help protect Scotland’s bees from them and other threats.

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The Arabica coffee story exemplifies the reach of pollination services. Income of small farmers, revenues of developing countries, conservation of tropical forests, let alone your morning caffeine kick. More in Athayde's blog @ scottishpollinators.wordpress.com/2024/04/02/but…

Aberdeen's bus shelter replacement programme has seized an opportunity. Green roofs = absorb rainwater, capture particles, support placemaking ambitions. Wildflower & sedum species support native pollinators. Pic courtesy of Aberdeen City Council

We're looking forward to the start of the Flower-Insect Timed Count season on Monday 1 April - but please wait for suitable weather before starting your #pollinator counts! 🪰🦋🐝🪲 More info and top tips in our latest newsletter mailchi.mp/12d72fe52401/u…

Purple saxifrage is the theme in our latest blog 'Loving a cold climate'. How does a plant which emerges in harsh conditions, and before the bulk of our pollinating insects, thrive?scottishpollinators.wordpress.com/2024/03/26/lov…

South Lanarkshire Council are committed to reducing intensively managed grassland, they have improved 155 areas throughout the region for pollinators = 62ha. Their 'Making Space for Pollinator Report' & plans for nature networks are also welcome developments. #pollinators