The rapid decline of the western bumblebee, attributed to habitat loss, climate change, and pathogen spread from commercial bees, highlights the critical role these pollinators play in ecosystems.
If listed as endangered, the western bumblebee could reshape regulations concerning herbicide use and fire management, serving as a rallying point for broader insect conservation efforts.
The western bumblebee is easily recognizable due to its distinct fuzzy white rump, and plays a vital role as a pollinator, foraging across diverse plant species.
Despite the dramatic declines of insect populations globally, they remain grossly underrepresented in conservation efforts, accounting for only 7% of federally listed species.
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