Most of the UK is farmland – and bumblebees are struggling to find enough food on it 🐝🍽️ New research from 20 English farms shows that pollen and nectar levels are far too low for bumblebees to thrive. Leo Fordham and Prof Elli Leadbeater tell us more in our guest blog: https://ow.ly/2coK50Zu6xA

Most people think these Red-tailed bumblebees are fighting. What are they really doing? They're actually mating! ⏰Mating can last for up to an hour. ⚠️Never try to separate mating bumblebees as this can harm them. 🔒Once mating is finished, they will eventually fly off and go their separate ways.

After 10 years as the Species Champion for the Ruderal bumblebee, Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner has finally seen one in the wild 🐝🎉 Visiting RSPB Hope Farm with our CEO Dr Andrew Impey, he saw first-hand how nature-friendly farming is helping rare bumblebees to recover. #ConservationWorks

August is your last chance to see all of the Big Eight bumblebees 🎱🐝 Of the UK’s 24 bumblebee species, these eight are the most common. Have you spotted any bumblebees recently? How many species have you seen? 🔎 Brush up on your bumblebee identification skills: https://ow.ly/11BQ50ZoP6O

Donate to our appeal today to help put flower-rich meadows back on the map. Together, we can bring bumblebees back into our communities. Bee the difference: https://ow.ly/o9mN50Zu8na Already donated? Please share this post and spread the word 💛

How to tell the difference between young and old bumblebees 🐝 Old bumblebees have: ☀️ Faded fur colouring from time in the sun. ⚫ A bald spot, especially on top of the middle, where hairs have rubbed off. 〰️ Uneven wing edges. These are signs of everyday wear and tear, not just age-related issues 🪧

Two Orkney nature reserves have been recognised for their vital role in protecting the Great Yellow bumblebee 💛 Liam McArthur MSP recently joined the Trust and RSPB Scotland in search of this rare bumblebee. Read the story: https://ow.ly/E81X50ZrYME RSPB Scotland Nature Champions Liam McArthur

This summer’s heatwave is putting extra pressure on bumblebees already fighting to survive. As flowers dry up and they struggle to fly without overheating, it becomes harder for them to find enough food. But you can be their lifeline. Donate today: https://ow.ly/ZrRX50Zscag

New BeeWalk data shows that extreme temperatures can cause bumblebee colonies to decline and populations to shrink the following spring. With more intense heatwaves on the horizon, some of our most cherished species could be pushed to the brink. Read more: https://ow.ly/JMNs50ZqHir

It’s #BeesNeedsWeek and we want to hear how YOU help bumblebees 🐝 What have you planted recently? Have you created a nesting spot in your garden? Are you a member of the Trust? However you help, we would love to hear from you 💛 Donate to our appeal: https://ow.ly/SnOe50ZgZb4

These bumblebees are carrying out a spot of summer cleaning. Their nest may have recently had a minor disturbance: the bumblebees appear to be gathering moss and arranging it over the nest 🐝🛠️ 🎥 Andy Barker

How do we explain to children that we were the generation that let bumblebees disappear for good? Help put flower-rich meadows back on the map. Donate today: https://ow.ly/In6250Zhu0R

In July, the Big Eight UK bumblebees are joined by our rare and less common species 💛 👑💼 For most species, queens and their worker daughters will be joined by new males 🚹 Donate to our appeal to bring bumblebees back to your community: https://ow.ly/B5sJ50ZlCGJ

Imagine a world where seeing a bumblebee was a novelty. If we don’t act now, that world could become a reality. Donate to our appeal to put flower-rich meadows back on the map and bring bumblebees back to your community: https://ow.ly/vpaM50ZgSg7

Name one plant you would recommend for feeding bumblebees 🪻🐝 Help your local bumblebees with our top bumblebee-friendly plants: https://ow.ly/jKCG50Zb1El

July is a special month for the Big Eight 🎱🐝 Of the UK’s 24 bumblebee species, these eight are the most common. This month, queens and workers (females) will be joined by new males 👋 🔎 Brush up on your bumblebee identification skills: https://ow.ly/lAUS50Zb2ko

Woah! We’ve been spotted. Smile until the human scrolls on, ladies 👋 🔎🐝 Tree bumblebees

Even bumbles have fumbles and can faceplant into flowers. This is the bumblebee blooper reel you didn’t know you needed 🎬🐝 All bumblebees recovered gracefully and carried on with their day 💛

Look out for these Tree bumblebee behaviours this summer 🌳🐝 Have you spotted Tree bumblebees behaving this way before?

Catmint = bumblebee buffet 🐝🍴 Great in the ground, require very little care, loved by bumblebees – catmint is one the best bumblebee-friendly plants to grow in June. Discover this month’s top plants: https://ow.ly/ojjj50Z7uY7 What plants do your local bumblebees love? 💜

You can tell if a bumblebee is female or male by looking at its hind legs 🐝 👀 A “foot comb” could be pretty useful in the #FIFAWorldCup ⚽

Closing soon: Are you passionate about nature conservation in the UK and want to play a key role in scaling up support for nature’s recovery? We are looking for a Senior Project Development Officer 🐝 🕒 Part-time (28 hours per week) 📍 Home-based Full details: https://ow.ly/BnR850Z7AoS

June is a special month for UK bumblebees – the Big Eight are joined by more of our rare and less common species 💛 👑 This month, most of these rare and less common queens will produce their first daughters – the workers 💼 🎱 For the Big Eight, many queens and workers will be joined by new males 🚹

Your quick guide to help you tell apart the common bumblebees you spot this month 🐝👀 What bumblebees have you spotted recently?

Thank you to everyone who stood up for Scotland’s nature and @scotlink.bsky.social for organising a bee-rilliant demonstration 🐝 Can you spot us standing up for bumblebees? 👀

Scottish Environment LINK@scotlink.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Huge thanks to everyone who joined our Stand Up for Nature demo today! Incredible turnout! Special thanks to the MSPs who showed up, our guest speakers for their inspiring words, and our talented musicians for keeping the energy high. ✊ 📸 Colin Hattersley #standupfornature #scottishparliament

Are you passionate about nature conservation in the UK and want to play a key role in scaling up support for nature’s recovery? We are looking for a Senior Project Development Officer 🐝 🕒 Part-time (28 hours per week) 📍 Home-based Full details: https://ow.ly/2wSz50Z7Ajr

Q: Why might I spot a giant bumblebee outside the Scottish Parliament tomorrow? 👀 A: We’ll be there standing up for bumblebees with others who care about Scotland’s wildlife❤️ If you’re local, please join us and show newly-elected MSPs how much nature matters to Scotland’s people! 🐝🌼

Scottish Environment LINK@scotlink.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Join us next Thursday June 4 12:30-2pm outside Scottish Parliament to demand real recovery for Scotland’s nature! The more of us who show up, the stronger our message to MSPs! There will be live music and incredible speakers. Let's stand up for nature together! 🙌 Sign up! shorturl.at/wqIC4

This #VolunteersWeek we want to say a BIG thank you to our bee-rilliant volunteers 🫶 To every one of our volunteers, your efforts have had a real and lasting impact. Thank you 💙

You can spot the Big Eight in June 🎱🐝 Of the UK’s 24 bumblebee species, these eight are the most common. This month, many queens and workers (females) will be joined by new males 👑💼🚹 🔎 Brush up on your bumblebee identification skills: https://ow.ly/K8qU50Z1x0G

What colour would your last meal turn you? 🎨 🎥 Helen King