FROM BUMBLEBEE CONSERVATION TRUST

view online Bumblebee Conservation Trust logo Bumblebee on white and pink flower with another bumblebee in flight to the right This week is National Insect Week! Despite the changeable June weather, the longer days and warmer temperatures are ideal for the humble bumblebee. Most nests are now well established, with workers and males actively foraging... even when it rains! Did you see? The Buff-tailed bumblebee has made the shortlist to feature on future banknotes! Cast your vote today and give bumblebees the spotlight they deserve. The Big Insect Rescue results published 📰 Two bumblebees and a butterfly on purple and white flower with blue sky Last autumn, we ran a survey alongside Butterfly Conservation and Buglife, to gather people's opinions on how everyone in the UK can work together to protect insects. Thousands of people responded, and the results have just been published. You can read about what people said were their top priorities to tackle insect declines. Find out what people want to see 📝 Show 'bee' the money! Vote today 💷 Illustration showing bumblebee on different denomination of notes in purple, green and reds The Buff-tailed bumblebee has made the shortlist to feature on the new banknotes … and you can help make it happen! The Bank of England is designing its next series of banknotes around the theme of UK wildlife, and public votes will help shape the decision about which animals will be chosen. This is a rare chance to champion this bumblebee, a species we all love, while shining a spotlight on the vital role pollinators play in our lives. You can read our blog about this, or go here to cast your vote right away! You only have until 3 July to have your say! Read our bumblebee banknote blog 🐝💷 Finding dead bumblebees 🐝 Two photos showing a Red-tailed bumblebee lying on back and on side by pot We often hear people ask questions when they find dead bumblebees. It can be sad to see a dead bumblebee but, because many of them only live for a few weeks, it’s not unusual to find them throughout the spring, summer, and autumn. There are several reasons why a bumblebee may have died. You can find out more on our Frequently Asked Questions page. You'll also find the answer to other common queries such as: “do bumblebees sting?”, “do bumblebees swarm?”, and “should I help a tired bumblebee?” Our FAQs have the answers! Frequently asked questions❔ The perfect summer doubles match: 🍓+ 🐝 Image of feet and tennis ball with graphic of strawberry design on items including water bottle We're 'serving' up fresh inspiration just in time for Wimbledon with our NEW strawberries and bumblebee inspired design! Hand-picked just for you, let's celebrate the vital role bumblebees play in pollinating strawberries. A winning combination you'll 'love' 💚🥎 Shop collection 🛒 Bumblebee in the spotlight Bumblebee hanging from a pink love heart shaped flower The Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum) is one of the Big Eight common and widespread bumblebees. Let's take a closer look. Meet the Garden bumblebee Bumblebee Conservation Trust. Registered Charity No: 1115634 / Scottish Charity No: SC042830. © 2026 Bumblebee Conservation Trust. All rights reserved. You are receiving this newsletter because you are already a member, subscribed via our website, an event or when becoming a volunteer. We hope you enjoy reading it! Registered address: International House, 109-111 Fulham Palace Road, London, W6 8JA; Correspondence address: Bumblebee Conservation Trust, Beta Centre, Stirling University Innovation Park, Stirling FK9 4NF Unsubscribe