Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Not at Home on the Range: Drought Leads to Long Recovery for Bumble Bees

A close-up of a bumble bee perched on a bright orange flower, collecting nectar, with blurred green foliage in the background.

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A severe drought in North Dakota in 2021 slashed bumble bee populations by 98%, and recovery has lagged for years, a new study shows. Researchers say the findings highlight that climate-driven drought can disrupt pollinators long after ecosystems appear to rebound. [Read more]

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