by Andrea Merrill | Jun 27, 2021 | Conservation, Front Page Slider, Pollinators
Like so much of the world, pollinators of all kinds are facing threats and declining populations. From rising global temperatures, habitat loss, pesticides, and so much more, these vital creatures are facing immense challenges. It seems utterly overwhelming but there...
by Andrea Merrill | Jun 26, 2021 | Climate Change, Conservation, Front Page Slider, Pollinators
Pollinators like bees, hummingbirds, bats, and butterflies are all facing threats to their existence and many of their populations are on the decline. Between habitat loss, non-native and invasive species, modern agriculture, pesticides and herbicides, and climate...
by Andrea Merrill | Jun 25, 2021 | Front Page Slider, How To Become..., Pollinators
For those who love bees and want to spend time with them, beekeeping can be a great hobby or even a profession! Humans have been keeping bees for roughly 9,000 years and collecting honey from wild bee colonies dates back even farther. For those with gardens or an...
by Andrea Merrill | Jun 24, 2021 | Front Page Slider, Pollinators
Washington and Oregon are home to 15 different bat species and while these mammals are the primary carriers of rabies in the area, bats are an important part of an ecosystem and are vital pollinators too! These animals are the only flying mammals and like some other...
by Andrea Merrill | Jun 23, 2021 | Birds, Conservation, Front Page Slider, Plants, Pollinators
Largely unseen by humans, pollination helps both plants, pollinators, and people, making any and all pollinators incredibly valuable in any and all ecosystems they’re a part of. Nearly 85% of all plants in the world need pollination to reproduce, and a...
by Andrea Merrill | Jun 22, 2021 | Conservation, Front Page Slider, Pollinators
Learning about pollinators is one great way to celebrate Pollinator week (or any time of the year!), as there is so much to learn about these fascinating and important creatures. There are films, podcasts, books, exhibits, smartphone apps, and distance learning...
