Saving the small things that run the planet
We’ve asked them to put fingers to keyboards and share some of the details they keep stored in their grey matter. We’re really pleased that they’ve embraced the task, providing a number of blogs for you to read. More will be added as they are written, so do check back!
a blog from B-Lines Officer, Rachel
a blog from Buglife Species on the Edge Conservation Officer, Sally
a blog from Buglife Changing Chalk Conservation Officer, Alice
a blog from Buglife Get London Buzzing Engagement Officer, Scarlett
a blog from get the Marches Buzzing Conservation Officer, Kate
a blog Buglife North Cornwall B-Lines Conservation Officer, Laura
Steven Falk’s Field Guide to the to the Bees of Great Britain and Ireland is an invaluable resource. It is usually next to us and hastily reached for as we try and identify who’s nearby!
Brigit Strawbridge is a legend in bee circles and her blog and social media accounts are constant sources of information, beautiful images and inspiration. Keep an eye on her website as she does also do lots of talks around the country.
The FSC have a host of useful resources including offering courses and ID guides – some free and some paid for so it’s always worth visiting their website
The BWARS website and Facebook Group offer a variety of opportunities to learn, love and share when it comes to solitary bees
Professor of Biology, Dave Goulson, specialises in bumblebees. Author of: A Sting in the Tale; A Buzz in the Meadow; Bee Quest; The Garden Jungle to name a few
A completely up-to-date introduction to the most common group of bees in Britain.
Open your eyes to the so-called ‘solitary’ bees, and discover a wonderfully diverse population – miners, leafcutters, carpenters and masons – many of which can be found in your own back garden.
Patch the Solitary Bee follows a day in the life of a solitary bee who does not know she is a solitary bee. Patch meets honeybees, wasps and flies before eventually finding out she is a Patchwork Leafcutter Bee.
The book is aimed at confident young readers aged 7-9 years
Created by the North Cornwall B-Lines Team with a focus on Cornish bees but a handy guide for anyone wanting to know more
Tag us and share your solitary bee journey using the hashtags #SolitaryBeeWeek | #WearYourStripes | #ShareYourStripes | #EarnYourStripes
