The buzz about native bees
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Join us on a bee hunt to identify the many solitary and social bee species collecting pollen, nectar and resin from the botanic gardens’ flowering plants. Discover fascinating facts about these insects and the vital role they play in our ecosystems. Requirements: This walk includes moderate physical activity, including walking slightly longer distances, up gentle slopes and stairs or walking on some uneven surfaces. Some standing periods for guide explanations but no sitting. Wear a hat, enclosed walking shoes, and be sure to bring a water bottle and sunscreen. Meeting point: Meet at the Visitor Information Centre. For more information, call 07 3403 2535.
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Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, 152 Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong
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The buzz about native bees
Pollination is the essential step in producing next season's plants. The flowering plants dominate our vegetation and rely on 'help' with this process; birds, bees and even humans (bearing genes) play a role here. Some plants have specialist pollinators and may be restricted to just one species of insect.What happens when we move these plants to a new, distant location? What happens when we produce acreage of one species of plant? Take a look at some active pollinators in the garden.Requirements: Please wear a hat, enclosed walking shoes, and be sure to bring a water bottle and sunscreen.Meeting point: Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.
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