[{"id":243162775745,"handle":"bumblebees","updated_at":"2022-06-22T16:45:43+01:00","published_at":"2021-01-28T09:54:18+00:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Bumblebees","body_html":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you look closely at flowering plants in your garden chances are, you'll spot at least one species of bumblebee. The large, hairy bees are usually black with varying degrees of yellow banding. They are social insects that live in colonies of up to 200 workers. We have pollinators, such as the bumblebee, to thank for around every third mouthful of what we eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe continuing decline in bumblebee numbers across the globe is partially linked to changes in the way we farm and use pesticides. It is now more important than ever to do your bit to help. You can do this by growing different flowers and shrubs that are full of nectar and pollen. As a result, they'll have abundant feeding grounds throughout the year. You can also help bumblebees by providing them somewhere to nest. In spring, queen bumblebees will be searching for nest sites. They'll be attracted to gardens where they can find plenty of food and safe places to nest low on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWildlife World cares passionately about bumblebees. We've carefully designed a range of habitats and unique flower mixes to encourage bumblebees into your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-02-15T11:51:19+00:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":934,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/2592\/1473\/collections\/bumblebees_900x_5ce02b94-fce2-4e43-92f3-4a2b1dc744a3.jpg?v=1613389879"}},{"id":243161563329,"handle":"butterflies-moths","updated_at":"2022-06-22T22:30:41+01:00","published_at":"2021-01-28T09:43:13+00:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Butterflies \u0026 Moths","body_html":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoth butterflies and moths are in trouble in the UK. Numbers have fallen due to habitat and biodiversity loss in the countryside. Conserving butterflies and moths are of great importance for reasons that include their intrinsic and aesthetic value and their use in education and ecology. An area rich in butterflies and moths is a good indicator of a healthy environment and ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eButterflies and moths have a significant part to play in the food chain. At the various stages of their fascinating life-cycle, they support a whole range of birds, bats and other insectivorous animals. Telling the difference between butterflies and moths can be extremely challenging as the common misconceptions of colour, hairiness, and time are not reliable. The most troubling thing people will find is that, in truth, there isn’t much of a difference as both belong to the Lepidoptera group, of which in the UK there are 60 species of butterfly and over 2,500 recorded moths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe can help butterflies and moths as they will visit any garden, however small. If they can feed on suitable nectar plants and have shelters, a well-thought-out garden can attract many moth and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-02-15T11:35:02+00:00","alt":null,"width":1178,"height":1222,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/2592\/1473\/collections\/butterfly.jpg?v=1613388902"}},{"id":243162841281,"handle":"honey-bees","updated_at":"2022-06-22T16:45:42+01:00","published_at":"2021-01-28T09:54:38+00:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Honey Bees","body_html":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe have been enjoying the honey made thanks to our honey bees' hard work for thousands of years! Although not as distinctive as a bumblebee, they are easily recognisable little black and gold bees. That, in the wild, live in large hives made of wax honeycombs. Hives can contain up to 50,000 bees. The queen lays eggs whilst the workers and drones care for the young and collect pollen and nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost Honeybees are now in managed hives. And are likely still responsible for pollinating 5-15% of the UK's insect-pollinated crops. Honey bees and other pollinators are vital for the survival of wild plants that support much of our wildlife, not just the food crops they pollinated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou'll see honey bees in your garden from spring until late autumn, collecting pollen and nectar from a variety of flowers and blossoms. We can all do our bit to help out these tireless honey bees by planting an abundance of pollen and nectar-rich flowers in your garden, borders or planter pots. Another way to help is to let part of your garden grow wild, allowing wildflowers to grow and make great feeding sites. Wildlife World also have a range of hives and accessories for anyone keen to become a beekeeper and produce their honey!\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-02-15T12:04:00+00:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":934,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/2592\/1473\/collections\/honey_bee_900x_c367c1a3-3189-4522-aaa6-6a88ecce3fa1.jpg?v=1613390640"}}]
