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Bumble bee appreciation post.
Did you know that these fuzzy creatures rely heavily on the flowers found in prairie strips for their survival? Here are couple of reasons why they are such a vital part of this agroecosystem.
Cold-Weather Champions
Unlike honey bees, bumble bees can regulate their body temperature internally. This adaption allows them to forage and pollinate in cooler temperatures, making them essential pollinators in early spring when other bees are less active.
Pollinator Power
Bumble bees are excellent pollinators! They vibrate while attaching to a flower, causing the pollen to be released from the flower's anthers. As they visit blooming flowers in prairie strips to collect nectar and pollen, they transfer pollen grains between flowers, aiding in the reproduction of countless plant species.
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