Help the humble bumble bee

Help the humble bumble bee

From The Birdy Bug Pod by Matthew and Steve

October 22, 2025 · 56 min · Season 1 · Episode 55

About this episode

This episode explores the challenges facing bumble bees and how we can help them thrive in our gardens.

Big, round, and adorably fluffy, is there a more charming visitor to our gardens than the bumble bee? We don’t think so! Sadly, these incredible and vitally important pollinators are in trouble. 2024 was the worst year for British bumble bee populations since records began, with many species facing growing pressures from habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change. Grab a drink and join us as we explore the fascinating world of bumble bees. From their remarkable adaptations and surprising cultural impact to the threats putting them at risk. We also highlight the crucial work being done to protect them and share simple ways that each of us can help our bumble bees thrive, right in our own gardens and communities. And of course, we tackle the big question: do they really defy the laws of physics when they fly? We had a great time recording this episode, we hope you enjoy it. Get in touch! Don't forget to follow The Birdy Bug Pod over on Instagram. And please do feel free to contact us with any questions, feedback, comments, or just to say hi! Follow us @thebirdybugpod Links The UK's bumblebees are in crisis - Bumblebee Conservation Trust The national monitoring BeeWalk scheme…

People in this episode

Hosts: Matthew, Steve

Topics covered

  • bumble bees
  • pollinators
  • habitat loss
  • climate change
  • conservation
  • gardening

Keywords

  • bumble bee
  • pollination
  • conservation
  • habitat loss
  • climate change
  • gardening
  • species decline

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bumblebee Conservation Trust, Agriland.co.uk, BES

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