Bumblebees are some of our most familiar insects, and are among the few that are almost universally viewed as `friendly' - their low buzzing is the quintessential sound of our gardens in the summertime. Spotlight Bumblebees considers all 24 UK bumblebee species, examining what made the group so successful and how circumstances have led to the survival of some species but the precipitous decline of the majority, highlighting the dangers we all face if populations continue to plummet. Separate chapters cover all aspects of bumblebees' biology and lifestyles, from spring queens emerging from...
Bumblebees are some of our most familiar insects, and are among the few that are almost universally viewed as `friendly' - their low buzzing is the qu...