Big bees have the most to lose as global CO₂ levels rise: new research

Xylocopa (Koptortosoma) sp. female Kit Prendergast Pollinators – including bees, flies, wasps, moths, butterflies and some nectar-loving birds – are a cornerstone of our natural environment. By helping plants reproduce, they keep our ecosystems healthy and ensure we can grow vital food crops. But climate change threatens the very survival of these hard-working animals. Previous research has focused on how temperature changes affect bees, finding that certain groups are more vulnerable to…