This why bees are important!
Bees are not just cute little critters that can sting, they play a crucial role in pollination and the production of honey, beeswax, and other products. When bees land on flowers, they suck the nectar and collect pollen which helps plants reproduce. This pollination is crucial for the growth of fruits and vegetables, and even hay which is the favorite food for animals like cattle.
However, bees are under threat worldwide due to colony collapse disorder, which is caused by various factors such as pesticides, pollution, and mites. Australia is the only country in the world that doesn't have bee-killing bugs, but the country is fighting hard to keep it that way by setting up special empty hives and ports to catch foreign bees that may try to sneak into the country. To help protect bees, people can enjoy honey, plant and look after flowers, veggies, and herbs, and even hang up a bee hotel to provide a resting place for native bees.
Video Summary:
- Bees play a crucial role in pollination and the production of honey, beeswax, and other products.
- Colony collapse disorder is threatening bees worldwide due to various factors.
- Australia is fighting hard to keep bee-killing bugs from entering the country.
- People can help protect bees by enjoying honey, planting and looking after flowers, and providing a resting place for native bees.