Bees

The Michigan Dept. of Transportation is implementing a new Pollinator Habitat Management Program and planting wildflowers along Michigan's roadsides.

These insects know that the end of the season for them is coming up soon, so they are out there foraging for and storing as much food as they can.

The animals that we really have to worry about will surprise you.

The increase in numbers is crucial because in Michigan, researchers found that at least six bee species have declined by 50% or more in the last 20 years. Sadly one species, the rusty patched bumblebee, has become extinct.

Reservations are between $3 and $7 depending on age and membership status. It's a very small price to pay to help protect our bees.