What can you do about the loss of biodiversity? Biodiversity is such a big issue that it can be hard to know where we, as global citizens, can begin to make an impact on it through our actions. The good news is that it’s not too late, and people all over the planet are passionate about making a difference on both a global and a local scale. You can find out more at
Let’s keep things simple and explore what we can do right away in two crucial areas: 1. Cutting down on our use of plastic to minimise the loss of biodiversity in the oceans.
2. Making our gardens or school grounds friendly to insects, particularly pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
DIY Bee Homes For Your Garden Bee Board Drill1cm-wide
holes in lumber for bees to live in. A piece of lumber above your bee homes adds weather protection.
Bamboo Home Stick Home
Group a cluster of hollow sticks or bamboo together to make a handy home for bees.
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The best height for your bamboo bee homes is 3-6 feet from the ground