Bumblebee ID Day - The Ridgeway

10:30am: Introduction to the three types of bee, their ecology, behaviour and life cycle.

Discuss which bee species are in decline, the reasons why, and how we can help through gardening

Tea break

Introduction to bumblebee anatomy, and the differences between males and females

Introduction to the big seven common bumblebee species

Lunch break

View bumblebee specimens

Update on the B.E.E project and how to set up a BeeWalk survey

Walk The Ridgeway with nets and pots, carrying out the monthly survey

3:30pm: Finish

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Bumblebee Conservation Trust