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Seven Queen Bumblebees to Spot This Spring
At the height of spring, queen bumblebees are out in force. Local naturalist, Charlotte Rankin, guides you through seven queen bumblebees you are likely to encounter this spring….
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Meet the Ivy Bee
While most bees are winding down for the winter months, one bee is only just waking up. Find out more about the Ivy Bee….
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A Year of North East Bees
Returning for its third year, you have now shared 8,600 sightings of over 60 bee species. You have been finding familiar faces and elusive species. Your records are increasing our understanding of these fascinating and important insects across the North East….
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A Guide to Common North East Bumblebees
Explore the common and familiar bumblebees of North East England in a new blog by NHSN Invertebrate Group coordinator, Charlotte Rankin…
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A Guide to Cuckoo Bumblebees
Imposters and usurpers, the world of cuckoo bumblebees is certainly an intriguing one. Meet the species you could encounter across…
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A Short Guide to Solitary Bees
Explore the fascinating world of solitary bees in a short guide by NHSN Invertebrate Section Co-coordinator, Charlotte Rankin…
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North East Bee Hunt: 2021 Results
Together you shared over 4,500 sightings with the North East Bee Hunt in 2021. Take a closer look at your discoveries and the difference your records make for the North East’s pollinators….
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A year of bees and ladybirds
As the North East Bee Hunt and Ladybird Spot come to an end for 2021, explore your sightings and highlights in a blog post by Charlotte Rankin….
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The North East Bee Hunt: Summer highlights
Explore your North East Bee Hunt highlights this summer in a new blog from local naturalist, Charlotte Rankin….
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Meet the Late Summer Heather Bees
As part of the North East Bee Hunt, take a closer look at three bees closely associated with Heather and heathland sites in the North East….
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